05/09/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/09/2024 09:21
WASHINGTON (May 9, 2024) - Safety and sustainability leaders in the chemical industry were recognized this week at the 2024 Responsible Care® & Sustainability Conference & Expo, acknowledging the exceptional people and programs making a significant impact under Responsible Care. Awardees qualify based on exemplary performance and are selected by a committee of experts.
Top award categories include Responsible Care Company of the Year, Partner Company of the Year and Initiative of the Year. To qualify for these awards, companies must have an established record of process and occupational safety and environmental performance improvement.
The Responsible Care Company of the Year award recognizes outstanding leadership and performance in environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) stewardship and dedication to continual improvement under Responsible Care.
This year's Responsible Care Company of the Year award winners are ExxonMobil Product Solutions Company (Large Size Category); and FMC Corporation (Medium Size Category).
The Responsible Care Partner Company of the Year award recognizes the superb performance and safety record of companies involved in the distribution, transportation, storage, use, treatment, disposal and/or sales and marketing of chemicals. This year's Responsible Care Partner Company of the Year Award winners are: Kinder Morgan Liquids Terminals, based in Houston, TX; Highway Transport Logistics, Inc., based in Knoxville, TN.; and Total Quality Logistics, LLC, based in Cincinnati, OH.
The Responsible Care Initiative of the Year award recognizes companies that have created a new program that demonstrates leadership in the areas of employee health and safety, security, or environmental protection.
The Responsible Care Initiative of the Year award winners are:
ACC also honored leading industry employees who exemplify the Responsible Care ethos of driving safety and sustainability within their organizations: Amela Morgan, Plant Manager, Ingevity Corporation; and Angie Griffin, Chief Commercial Officer, Third Coast.
Additional recognition was given to organizations who had exemplary performance in Product Safety, Facility Safety, Waste Minimization, Reuse and Recycling, and Energy Efficiency. In 2024:
Check out our website for the full list of 2024 Responsible Care award winners.
The American Chemistry Council's mission is to advocate for the people, policy, and products of chemistry that make the United States the global leader in innovation and manufacturing. To achieve this, we: Champion science-based policy solutions across all levels of government; Drive continuous performance improvement to protect employees and communities through Responsible Care®; Foster the development of sustainability practices throughout ACC member companies; and Communicate authentically with communities about challenges and solutions for a safer, healthier and more sustainable way of life. Our vision is a world made better by chemistry, where people live happier, healthier, and more prosperous lives, safely and sustainably-for generations to come.