Together, our commitment to bettering society, the environment, and the economy is unwavering. We share our members’ stories with decision-makers at the federal and provincial levels to help shape public policy that supports innovation, investment, sustainability, jobs, and the environment.
As much as 50 per cent of plastics can be recycled using traditional mechanical recycling methods; however, the remaining 50 per cent requires more innovative advanced technologies to harness the inherent value of post-use plastics.
In 2019, the federal government committed to the goal of net-zero emissions for all of Canada by 2050 and in 2020, the Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act came
into force. Achieving this will require chemistry-based solutions, which includes the plastics sector.
For nearly 40 years, Responsible Care® has led the journey towards safe, responsible and sustainable chemical manufacturing. Take a moment and read this interactive report that outlines our members’ accomplishments throughout the 2020 calendar year.
Plastics enable our modern way of life, and we’re committed to working towards a world where plastic never becomes waste. We need smart solutions to eliminate plastic waste that focus on recycling and recovering plastics. Governments of all levels must continue to work with industry to support these innovative solutions.
of shipments in chemistry and plastics products in 2021
Reduction in CO2 emissions on an absolute basis since 1992
products Canadians use every day are made with chemistry and plastics
#DYK in 2020, CIAC updated its United Nations-recognized Responsible Care® Codes to include new commitments for Canada’s leading chemical companies to engage Indigenous communities through proactive and formal processes. Learn more https://canadianchemistry.ca/canadas-chemistry-sector-commits-to-enhancing-engagement-with-indigenous-communities/ #IndigenousPeoplesDay
June 20, 2022
