Supporting the UNSDGs

The heart of the United Nations (UN) 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development are 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The goals hope to advance a more peaceful, prosperous and equitable world through three dimensions of sustainable development: economic, social and environmental.

Through assessments of CPChem’s strategies, products and projects, we identified 11 SDGs that connect strongly to our business. Aligning with the SDGs allows us to leverage our product portfolio, value chain and industry leadership to advance these important goals while also helping to address potential areas of concern.

CPChem Connects with 11 SDGs

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Zero Hunger

We support more sustainable food production and increase the stability of food supplies around the world through our products and philanthropy.

Good Health and Well-being

We aim to improve quality of life and elevate our global communities. CPChem products are critical building blocks for many items used in the healthcare industry. Through the principles of Our Journey to Zero, we prioritize health, safety and reliable operations, allowing us to offer valuable, life-enriching solutions around the world.

Quality Education

Providing equitable access to quality education helps in the development of our employees, creating a strong culture of safety and advancing DE&I. We are committed to providing our employees with the sustainability education needed to drive our strategy. We invest in enrichment programs that build awareness, knowledge and help provide equitable access to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math training to prepare tomorrow’s workforce.

Clean Water and Sanitation

We believe that access to clean water and sanitation is a human right, and the scarcity of potable water is a global issue. We promote water stewardship and use water responsibly at our sites around the world. Our high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe are a major contributor to accessing clean drinking water. HDPE pipe systems typically have fewer leaks, require less maintenance, and boast longer service lives than competing materials for critical infrastructure we need every day.

Affordable and Clean Energy

We are working to advance renewable energy solutions, optimize energy consumption and minimize energy intensities. CPChem products can help save energy. Polyalphaolefins (PAOs) used in immersion cooling and lightweight HDPE contained in many vehicles are just two examples of how our products are increasing efficiencies and contributing to a lower carbon future.

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Our tagline, Performance by design. Caring by choice. ™, speaks to how we prioritize and approach high standards for operational excellence, ethics and human rights, and DE&I. Acting on these concepts is critical for economic growth and enhancing the quality of life of our employees and communities. We recognize the choices we make for our material and service providers must also reflect these standards, which are outlined in our Supplier Principles of Conduct (SPOC).

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

We champion research and ingenuity, advancing innovative ideas aimed at reducing our environmental footprint, optimizing efficiencies, promoting circularity and creating new opportunities for collaboration. We work jointly with diverse organizations to address global issues and promote sustainable growth.

Responsible Consumption and Production

We are enhancing our business and developing more sustainable solutions that use resources responsibly and minimize impacts on people and our planet. CPChem belongs to several industry associations and participates in many initiatives that seek to address global issues like plastic waste while promoting more sustainable operations.

Climate Action

We are taking action for the climate by reducing our carbon intensity, investing in renewable energy and improving our resilience to climate risks. As part of our action, we are targeting a 15% reduction in the carbon intensity of our operations by 2030 using a 2020 baseline.

Life Below Water

We support efforts to eliminate plastic waste on land and water. Mismanaged plastics can have negative impacts on the environment, which is why we are working to advance a circular economy and protect Life Below Water.

Partnerships

We collaborate with strategic stakeholders like community groups, NGOs, industry associations and more to accelerate sustainable change locally and abroad.