The Senate has now joined the vast majority of Americans that say they would support passage of Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) legislation to broaden global market access for goods and services made right here in the USA. ACC has been an ardent supporter of the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015 (H.R.1890/S.995). First, we […]
Archive: May, 2015
Making the grade through proper disinfection
Every year, millions of children get sick with colds, flu or norovirus – a highly contagious “stomach bug.” The ripple effect can be tremendous. Children miss days of school and risk falling behind in their studies. Teachers and staff lose work time when they pick up the “germ du jour,” and parents often have to […]
How chemistry helps architects elevate design projects
In the design and construction of new homes, schools, offices and other buildings, architects rely on the products of chemistry to help maximize performance, energy efficiency and durability. This week, ACC will join thousands of architects, design professionals and industry leaders at the American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) 2015 Convention, to share information on the value […]
IRIS progress report details key improvements, but the bar must be raised higher
According to a May 2015 progress report to Congress, the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) is better off than it was a year ago, but not as effective as it needs to be to deliver timely, high-quality and credible chemical risk assessments. EPA does deserve credit, first and foremost, for following […]
Nanotechnology panel to share insights with EPA on proposed nanomaterial rule
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed a new rule recently that would require companies to submit data on manufactured nanomaterials, including production volumes, the potential for public exposure and the use of manufacturing and processing methods. The American Chemistry Council’s Nanotechnology Panel promotes the responsible development of nanotechnology by advancing knowledge of good product […]
CPI’s Polyurethane Innovation Award is back!
It’s time to submit your entries for the annual competition for best new innovation in the polyurethane industry! The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) is seeking entries for its exciting Polyurethanes Innovation Award at the Polyurethanes Technical Conference. The award recognizes some of the most inventive, unique, and impactful commercial technologies in the global […]
