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Concern about the impact our lifestyles and operations have on the
environment and nonrenewable resources is growing ... not only among government
agencies, but also among manufacturers and consumers.
Silicones can help us enjoy the comforts and conveniences of modern life
while conserving precious natural resources for future generations.
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Did you know ... from a single sustainable process and a
handful of readily available ingredients, thousands of durable, waste-reducing
silicone materials can be created!
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How silicones contribute to sustainable
manufacturing and resource conservation
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Extending the useful lives of consumer goods, materials, buildings, and
society’s infrastructure
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Serving as more environmentally sound alternatives to volatile organic
compounds and other chemicals
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Reducing dependence on petroleum-based organic materials
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Reducing raw material requirements and energy and water consumption in
manufacturing processes
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Promoting energy efficiency in buildings and automobiles
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Reducing or eliminating air- and water-polluting emissions
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Enabling the use of clean, renewable energy resources
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Meeting growing consumer desires for sustainably produced materials
Learn how silicones from Dow Corning are helping improve safety and preserve
natural resources around the world. Read the Dow Corning Sustainability
Report.
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