We are pleased to announce that Bakelite has successfully completed the American Chemistry Council’s Responsible Care® certification process, achieving compliance at all of our U.S. sites.
What is Responsible Care?
Responsible Care is the global chemical manufacturing industry’s leading safety and sustainability initiative. It drives continual improvement and supports innovative progress in operations and supply chains. Designed to help companies improve overall environmental, health, safety, and security performance.
Chemical companies that earn Responsible Care certification pledge to operate their businesses according to the Responsible Care Guiding Principles and participate in annual audits by third-party auditors.
Why is it important to be a Responsible Care Partner?
As a Responsible Care partner Bakelite is committed to safety and sustainability in the communities where we operate. This includes:
- Environmental Responsibility: Responsible Care partner companies go beyond regulatory compliance to adopt sustainable practices. This includes reducing emissions, managing waste responsibly, and using resources efficiently. Consumers benefit from products that are produced with a lower environmental footprint, contributing to a healthier planet.
- Transparency and Trust: The Responsible Care initiative requires companies to be transparent about their practices and undergo third-party audits. Bakelite builds trust with consumers by being transparent, ensuring they are confident in the company’s commitment to ethical and responsible practices.
- Community Engagement: Companies under the Responsible Care program actively engage with their local communities to address concerns and improve their operations. This means residents living or working near Bakelite plants can expect open communication and proactive measures to ensure their well-being.
- Innovation and Improvement: Responsible Care partners engage in continuous improvement and innovation in safety, health, and environmental performance. For consumers, this means Bakelite products are not only safe and sustainable but also benefit from the latest advancements in chemical manufacturing.
By partnering with Responsible Care companies, customers, suppliers, and consumers are supporting a commitment to safety, sustainability, and community well-being.
Visit Responsible Care Safety and Security By The Numbers to learn more about the impressive strides Responsible Care Partners have made in reducing injury rates, enhancing facility security, and ensuring environmental safety.
View Bakelite’s 2023 Sustainability Report for further details.
A special thank you to the Bakelite team members who helped us achieve this certification! We appreciate your work on this initiative.
