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Originally published in FedEx’s 2023 FedEx Cares Report

Integrating mental health and psychosocial support into emergency response

Mental health and psychosocial support are critical parts of effective and sustainable first responder programs. With support from FedEx, International Medical Corps (IMC) created the Principles of Psychological First Aid (PPFA) training to equip first responders with the skills to compassionately support affected individuals and families. Yvonne Groenhout, an ICU nurse and IMC first responder, is one of 5,000 global medical professionals trained on PPFA. The PPFA training enabled Yvonne and so many others to spot people struggling in the aftermath of an emergency and provide them with the support they need to recover and stay healthy.

Restoring access to care after tornado destroys clinic

After a tornado ravaged the Delta Health Center in Rolling Fork, Mississippi, Heart to Heart International (HHI) stepped in to help. With support from FedEx, HHI deployed a disaster team, mobile medical units, and a portable clinic to ensure medical care continuity. The clinic staff, now equipped with secure facilities, aided storm victims and reached elderly patients in remote areas.

This has given us such an advantage as we work to continue to improve our disaster response efforts.

Maddy Langemach

Disaster Response Specialist

for Heart to Heart International

Helping to fund the Grassroots Revolution in Canada

With support from FedEx, GlobalMedic delivered 50+ tons of aid across Canada as part of its Grassroots Revolution – a suite of programs that address chronic emergencies. The deliveries included food, medical supplies, and hygiene items for Hurricane Fiona victims in Atlantic Canada, support for domestic Emergency Food and Hygiene Hub programs, and fire skid units for British Columbia’s forest fire relief. FedEx Canadian volunteers chipped in to help, assembling food kits for survivors across the region.

No-cost trainings bolster disaster management capabilities within at-risk communities

Team Rubicon aids communities worldwide in disaster preparedness. FedEx helps fund expert exercises, led by FEMA-trained practitioners, to stress-test plans, identify deficiencies, and bolster response capabilities. From simulations to nuclear disaster drills, Team Rubicon empowers communities of all sizes to face any calamity.

I get to help train communities to better respond, and FedEx helps get us there before that worst day happens.

Greg Ramoni

Exercise & Field Leadership Manager,

Team Rubicon

A long-term collaboration to deliver aid in Chile

FedEx delivered 40 tons of aid across Chile in 2023 in partnership with Desafío Levantemos Chile. Together we supported rehabilitation projects in fire and f lood-hit areas including rebuilding the Rural Medical Station in Santa Juana. With a network spanning 400 Chilean cities, FedEx has signed on to facilitate charitable transportation for Desafío Levantemos Chile on a regular basis.

FedEx has been one of our strongest logistical allies in dozens of emergencies since 2012. They help us to be more efficient and faster in the transportation “ of donations, reaching more families and entrepreneurs who need to get back on their feet.

Ignacio Serrano

Executive Director of Desafío

Levantemos Chile

All hands on deck to support Turkey after the earthquake

On February 6, 2023, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Turkey near the Syrian border, followed by aftershocks up to 7.5 magnitude. Tragically, over 50,000 people died, with significant damage to infrastructure including destruction of many homes, businesses, hospitals, and utilities. Nine million individuals were directly affected and three million were displaced.

FedEx is committed to helping the many communities impacted by the earthquakes during this incredibly difficult time. We are inspired by the heroic work of first responders and humanitarian organizations and grateful to use our global network to donate flights, logistics support, and aid to advance recovery, rebuilding, and relief in the region.

Raj Subramaniam

FedEx President and CEO

FedEx receives OTHERS Award

FedEx received the OTHERS Award from The Salvation Army, recognizing our commitment to humanitarian efforts worldwide. Named after William Booth’s succinct telegram urging service to others, the award highlights the FedEx donation of 22 mobile feeding units to Salvation Army locations globally. This gesture reflects our company’s ongoing dedication to disaster relief and aiding communities in need.

Within hours of the earthquake in Turkey, FedEx began our multidimensional response:

Donated $100,000 to the Red Cross to aid recovery efforts in Turkey and Syrian communitiesDelivered critical humanitarian supplies from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Malatya, Turkey, on behalf of the Istanbul Governorship and local municipalityFlew five consecutive flights from February 17 to 21, which delivered approximately 230 metric tons of relief supplies including tents, blankets, baby items, household supplies, and hygiene kitsProvided shipping support for Canadian disaster-relief organization GlobalMedic, including the delivery of AquaResponse3 Water Purification UnitsWith the help of FedEx, Water Mission shipped five of its Living Water Treatment Systems to Turkey to provide emergency safe water access to those impacted by the devastating earthquakesWorked with World Central Kitchen to ship a deployable kitchen unit, kitchen supplies, and operations kits from Madrid, Spain, and Capitol Heights, Maryland, U.S., to Adana, TurkeyFedEx Cares team members in Turkey, Greece, Cyprus, Bulgaria, and Slovenia collected items for the local Red Cross/Red Crescent societies and donated approximately 885 kilos of supplies including new warm clothes and shoes, blankets, hygienic materials, and family tents

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A PNC-led effort to help bridge gaps in financial education and to equip local community residents with budgeting resources is coming to nine new markets by year end. Aimed at boosting the money management skills of individuals, first-time homebuyers and small business owners, the PNC Center for Financial Education (CFE) plans to fully launch its free financial well-being curriculum to communities in Atlanta, Birmingham, Cleveland, Harrisburg, Indianapolis, Oakland, Phoenix, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.

“Our push into new markets builds on PNC’s multi-year effort to develop a scalable financial education model that can be replicated in community spaces where participants can gain the confidence and know-how to navigate their well financial well-being,” said Rey Ocañas, executive vice president & managing director, PNC Community Development Banking. “We understand that banking and finances can be intimidating, which is why we’ve partnered with local community organizations to deliver a curriculum that’s accessible to diverse learning styles and levels of financial knowledge.”

A collaboration between PNC and community-based nonprofit organizations in select cities, the CFE workshops break down barriers and provide accessible resources for people to build a solid foundation in personal finance, small business, and home-buying. Since launching the pilot in Baltimore, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Fort Lauderdale, and Houston last year, PNC subject matter experts have collaborated with community organizations to facilitate 80 CFE workshops serving more than 1,000 adults–primarily in unbanked, underbanked and low and moderate-income (LMI) communities.

PNC’s Community Development Banking team recently kicked off its expansion efforts with a CFE launch event at Fairfax Connection in Cleveland. As the program enters new markets later this year, CDB hopes to engage new community partners and PNC subject matter experts to help facilitate the CFE workshops in local communities.

CFE Pilot Helps Long-Term Partner Deliver Successful Results

Long-time community partner UnitedMegaCare has leveraged the CFE curriculum to offer in-person workshops to a broad network of community residents and employees at the organization’s Dallas and Fort Worth campus locations. And since the program’s launch in 2018 (formerly under BBVA), both attendance and engagement has continued to improve, with greater participation expected by year end, according to Tiffany Brinkley, UnitedMegaCare’s Community Impact Director.

“Based on the work we do and our mission to serve the most vulnerable, it’s important that we bring financial literacy resources to LMI families and homes, said Brinkley. “Growing up, many of our Black and Brown communities didn’t receive information on how to budget, save and invest for generational wealth. We see how important CFE is for the next generation and how much it’s needed even for younger adults to not to be afraid to embrace money and to understand how important financial education is to every facet of life.”

Last year, the Dallas-based global nonprofit offered 12 CFE workshops to more than 375 attendees as part of the organization’s strategic focus on providing adult education and career readiness resources.

PNC’s efforts to extend the financial literacy initiative to more communities comes at a pivotal moment, as more households grapple with economic uncertainty and rising debt loads. According to The Federal Reserve of New York’s latest quarterly reports. American household debt increased by $212 billion to $17.5 trillion in the fourth quarter of 2023, with lower-income and younger households experiencing increased financial stress amid higher delinquency rates on credit card and car loans.

“PNC’s investment in the CFE program has given us the resources not only to execute the program but also to help incentivize the community to make personal investments. For example, we’ve given residents who complete the modules stipends of up to $100 to open banking accounts to help leverage the money management tools and resources they’ve learned,” said Brinkley.

The Center for Financial Education is one of several initiatives PNC has expanded to help bridge the gap in financial learning. Earlier this year, PNC and EVERFI announced a new curriculum designed to boost financial literacy in high schools across Florida, Georgia and Ohio. And in 2023, PNC launched its 10th dedicated mobile branch to provide free financial education sessions and resources to residents in low and moderate-income communities across the U.S.

“CFE is not just another educational resource, it’s a catalyst for better financial well-being. By equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills to make informed financial decisions, we’re working within the community to help break the cycle of debt, foster long-term savings habits, and promote financial independence,” added Ocanas.

For more information about the PNC Center for Financial Education workshops offered, contact your local PNC Community Development Banking team.

Originally published on Forbes

SAP is playing a key role in the business coalition to end plastic waste, and its software has been helping customers to manage material flows, including plastics, for decades.

“With SAP customers generating almost 90% of the world’s global business, we understand first-hand the challenges of today’s complex and fragmented web of regulations,” said Jamieson. “We know how difficult it is to understand current material flows and align upstream efforts with downstream solutions.”

“We’re seeing a new focus on eco modulation with material level incentives to use more recyclable materials,” said Jamieson. “Businesses can play a pivotal role in eliminating plastic pollution, and we’re here to help.”

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Originally published on Forbes

SAP is playing a key role in the business coalition to end plastic waste, and its software has been helping customers to manage material flows, including plastics, for decades.

“With SAP customers generating almost 90% of the world’s global business, we understand first-hand the challenges of today’s complex and fragmented web of regulations,” said Jamieson. “We know how difficult it is to understand current material flows and align upstream efforts with downstream solutions.”

“We’re seeing a new focus on eco modulation with material level incentives to use more recyclable materials,” said Jamieson. “Businesses can play a pivotal role in eliminating plastic pollution, and we’re here to help.”

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After several tornadoes hit Northwest Arkansas in late May, leaders at our Glad plant in Rogers were forced to spring into action to keep our people safe and then work to restore operations after the facility was hit directly by the storm. 

For Aeryn Arrowsmith, team lead in extrusion, and the team, accountability for over 100 teammates was the primary concern. Five minutes after he got the tornado warning call, teammates started moving into the plant’s two tornado shelters at 1:30 a.m. Eight minutes after they entered the shelters, the tornado hit, ripping cooling units off the roof and back doors, cutting the power and backup power. Water started leaking through the building, including into the two shelters.  

Standing in about two inches of water, Aeryn, drawing from his military background, intuitively worked through next steps in his head — in a matter of seconds. He partnered with team leads Hollis Johnson and Dee Secrist to move teammates to dry areas of the building. He also shut down remaining electrical units that posed a major threat with the inbound water, cut the gas line due to a smell of natural gas in the air, shut off backup energy and walked through the plant to assess damage.  

Once they took those steps, Aeryn and the leadership team sent all teammates home so they could be with their families and assess damage to their own homes. A few people remained at the plant to continue restoration operations.  With no power or running water, the crew started cleaning the nearly two inches of standing water that occupied the building.  

Over the next 36 hours, despite being told coming into work was optional, teammates showed up to help. But their work looked a little different than usual: They cleaned debris inside the building, pulled down ceiling tiles that had broken off because of the water pressure and removed anything that had water damage. The Facilities team documented damages and began implementing a recovery plan.  

Paul Simpkins, a 33-year Glad veteran, was one of those facilities specialists who came in to assess and record the damage. Paul’s day-to-day work involves ensuring the plant equipment, such as chillers, air dryers, ventilation system and HVAC systems, is running properly. So, when he got the call at 3:06 a.m. about the tornado damage, he knew the challenges ahead of him. In that first day, Paul took 88 phone calls —coordinating with roofing contractors and general contractors — to get emergency repairs done. By Sunday night, 80% of the holes in the building were covered. When he came back on Monday, he and his team worked to clean up the rest of the damage, cleaning the roof three to four times due to water damage.  

As damage was being assessed and the plant was being cleaned, Charles “Skip” Nesbit, IT support lead, was in the server room with his team, working to ensure that the plant could function from a technical perspective. When the tornado hit, an EDT team, led by Karen Hancock and Heather Allen, was scheduled to be at the plant to upgrade all the tech systems. Due to extensive damage to the walls, roof and electrical cabinets, the team had to get everything cleaned and dried out before the power could be turned back on. While one EDT team focused on cleaning the plant, the other team worked on the tech infrastructure. Working 16-hour days for the two weeks following the tornado, the team got the plant up and running two days before their target date.  

Paul, Aeryn and Skip all attribute their success to the dedicated team on the ground, which worked together to get the plant back up and running quickly. From the leadership team to the Facilities team to contractors to the EDT team and everyone in between, the teams worked in a “state of flow,” as Paul put it, to get the job done. By Wednesday, two days after the tornado initially hit, the plant was operating safely.

After several tornadoes hit Northwest Arkansas in late May, leaders at our Glad plant in Rogers were forced to spring into action to keep our people safe and then work to restore operations after the facility was hit directly by the storm. 

For Aeryn Arrowsmith, team lead in extrusion, and the team, accountability for over 100 teammates was the primary concern. Five minutes after he got the tornado warning call, teammates started moving into the plant’s two tornado shelters at 1:30 a.m. Eight minutes after they entered the shelters, the tornado hit, ripping cooling units off the roof and back doors, cutting the power and backup power. Water started leaking through the building, including into the two shelters.  

Standing in about two inches of water, Aeryn, drawing from his military background, intuitively worked through next steps in his head — in a matter of seconds. He partnered with team leads Hollis Johnson and Dee Secrist to move teammates to dry areas of the building. He also shut down remaining electrical units that posed a major threat with the inbound water, cut the gas line due to a smell of natural gas in the air, shut off backup energy and walked through the plant to assess damage.  

Once they took those steps, Aeryn and the leadership team sent all teammates home so they could be with their families and assess damage to their own homes. A few people remained at the plant to continue restoration operations.  With no power or running water, the crew started cleaning the nearly two inches of standing water that occupied the building.  

Over the next 36 hours, despite being told coming into work was optional, teammates showed up to help. But their work looked a little different than usual: They cleaned debris inside the building, pulled down ceiling tiles that had broken off because of the water pressure and removed anything that had water damage. The Facilities team documented damages and began implementing a recovery plan.  

Paul Simpkins, a 33-year Glad veteran, was one of those facilities specialists who came in to assess and record the damage. Paul’s day-to-day work involves ensuring the plant equipment, such as chillers, air dryers, ventilation system and HVAC systems, is running properly. So, when he got the call at 3:06 a.m. about the tornado damage, he knew the challenges ahead of him. In that first day, Paul took 88 phone calls —coordinating with roofing contractors and general contractors — to get emergency repairs done. By Sunday night, 80% of the holes in the building were covered. When he came back on Monday, he and his team worked to clean up the rest of the damage, cleaning the roof three to four times due to water damage.  

As damage was being assessed and the plant was being cleaned, Charles “Skip” Nesbit, IT support lead, was in the server room with his team, working to ensure that the plant could function from a technical perspective. When the tornado hit, an EDT team, led by Karen Hancock and Heather Allen, was scheduled to be at the plant to upgrade all the tech systems. Due to extensive damage to the walls, roof and electrical cabinets, the team had to get everything cleaned and dried out before the power could be turned back on. While one EDT team focused on cleaning the plant, the other team worked on the tech infrastructure. Working 16-hour days for the two weeks following the tornado, the team got the plant up and running two days before their target date.  

Paul, Aeryn and Skip all attribute their success to the dedicated team on the ground, which worked together to get the plant back up and running quickly. From the leadership team to the Facilities team to contractors to the EDT team and everyone in between, the teams worked in a “state of flow,” as Paul put it, to get the job done. By Wednesday, two days after the tornado initially hit, the plant was operating safely.

A first of its kind for Regency Centers, a MicroHabitat Urban Farm activation and installation was recently unveiled at Mellody Farm in Vernon Hills, IL. This marks a unique company milestone as we set new industry standards while paving the way for a dynamic and impactful future.

The 30-pot farm will operate from June to October and is projected to yield 300 pounds of fresh vegetables, herbs, and edible flowers. Approximately 80% of the crops, harvested weekly, will be earmarked for donation to the Vernon Township Food Pantry. The remaining produce will be divided among the center’s dining establishments and shared with the community during a neighborhood event for The Atworth at Mellody Farm.

Reinforcing our shopping centers as destinations of choice, Regency Centers is committed to modern, community-focused property development,” said Peggy McDermott, Vice President, Property Operations. “The Urban Farm exemplifies our commitment to sustainability and functionality, not only enhancing the property’s aesthetic appeal, but also providing a practical space for community engagement and environmental stewardship.

The MicroHabitat Urban Farm is more than a place to grow food — it’s designed to nurture community connections and foster educational opportunities. During monthly workshops, Mellody Farm shoppers can learn more about urban agriculture, its benefits for building a healthier society, and Regency’s mission to create greener communities.

In addition to offering fresh, chemical-free produce, the farm will also help reduce urban heat and improve air quality at Mellody Farm. This will help position the center for recognition with additional sustainability certifications and credits such as BOMA, WELL v2 points, and Fitwel.

I’m thrilled to introduce the Urban Farm to Regency’s portfolio,” said Alisa Taggart, Property Marketing Manager. “This innovative addition will allow us to serve the local community in new and meaningful ways. We look forward to bringing intentional programming and unique experiences to those who work, live, and shop at Mellody Farm.

Keenam Jax, a Goldador with a heart as big as his appetite, is the first local influencer to be involved in the new initiative at Mellody Farm, which is a pet-friendly shopping center. As an ambassador, Keenam shares his furry adventures on the farm via Instagram to educate and engage the community.

Located in the heart of Chicagoland’s northern suburb of Vernon Hills, Mellody Farm is an open-air, urban-inspired shopping and dining destination. The center provides 270,000 SF of retail space — including REI, Whole Foods Market, and Nordstrom Rack — plus 260 executive apartments, to the diverse population of Vernon Hills and the surrounding Lake County.

For leasing information, please contact BrianLandru@RegencyCenters.com or FaithHershey@RegencyCenters.com.

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A first of its kind for Regency Centers, a MicroHabitat Urban Farm activation and installation was recently unveiled at Mellody Farm in Vernon Hills, IL. This marks a unique company milestone as we set new industry standards while paving the way for a dynamic and impactful future.

The 30-pot farm will operate from June to October and is projected to yield 300 pounds of fresh vegetables, herbs, and edible flowers. Approximately 80% of the crops, harvested weekly, will be earmarked for donation to the Vernon Township Food Pantry. The remaining produce will be divided among the center’s dining establishments and shared with the community during a neighborhood event for The Atworth at Mellody Farm.

Reinforcing our shopping centers as destinations of choice, Regency Centers is committed to modern, community-focused property development,” said Peggy McDermott, Vice President, Property Operations. “The Urban Farm exemplifies our commitment to sustainability and functionality, not only enhancing the property’s aesthetic appeal, but also providing a practical space for community engagement and environmental stewardship.

The MicroHabitat Urban Farm is more than a place to grow food — it’s designed to nurture community connections and foster educational opportunities. During monthly workshops, Mellody Farm shoppers can learn more about urban agriculture, its benefits for building a healthier society, and Regency’s mission to create greener communities.

In addition to offering fresh, chemical-free produce, the farm will also help reduce urban heat and improve air quality at Mellody Farm. This will help position the center for recognition with additional sustainability certifications and credits such as BOMA, WELL v2 points, and Fitwel.

I’m thrilled to introduce the Urban Farm to Regency’s portfolio,” said Alisa Taggart, Property Marketing Manager. “This innovative addition will allow us to serve the local community in new and meaningful ways. We look forward to bringing intentional programming and unique experiences to those who work, live, and shop at Mellody Farm.

Keenam Jax, a Goldador with a heart as big as his appetite, is the first local influencer to be involved in the new initiative at Mellody Farm, which is a pet-friendly shopping center. As an ambassador, Keenam shares his furry adventures on the farm via Instagram to educate and engage the community.

Located in the heart of Chicagoland’s northern suburb of Vernon Hills, Mellody Farm is an open-air, urban-inspired shopping and dining destination. The center provides 270,000 SF of retail space — including REI, Whole Foods Market, and Nordstrom Rack — plus 260 executive apartments, to the diverse population of Vernon Hills and the surrounding Lake County.

For leasing information, please contact BrianLandru@RegencyCenters.com or FaithHershey@RegencyCenters.com.

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MIDLAND, Mich., July 17, 2024 /3BL/ – Dow (NYSE: DOW) and Fiori Group, a company that collects, stores and processes ferrous and non-ferrous materials, announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate in the development of a new ecosystem for recycling end-of-life (EOL) parts and materials of vehicles.

The MoU addresses both companies’ intent to handle analysis of the dismantling process and its impact on EOL waste fraction quality and suitability for recycling processes, as well as to create the new ecosystem business model under a ‘test and learn’ practice. Fiori Group and Dow MobilityScience™ teams will provide timely updates on experiments’ results, collaborating transparently to create a valuable prototype for recycling EOL vehicle parts and materials.

“Our extensive capabilities in the reuse of metals and non-metal materials, and the sorting of different materials from end-of-life vehicles, have positioned us as a market leader for recycling in Italy,” said Mauro Grotto, vice president of Italmetalli, a Fiori Group company. “Our collaboration with Dow grants us to be ranked in the forefront of seeking new solutions to reach European end-of-life vehicle recycling targets and is in line with our guiding pillars of scientific research, restoring the value of waste and communicating this value in an open and educational way”.

“As two leaders committed to fostering a circular economy for polymers, plastics and polyurethanes, collaborative innovation is key to accelerating sustainable mobility,” said Dr. Esther Quintanilla, Dow’s global MobilityScience™ marketing director. “By joining forces with Fiori Group, we are strengthening our commitment to a sustainable future for the automotive industry through our leading materials in this key growth segment and their expertise in expanding the recycled fraction from end-of-life vehicles.”

As part of its sustainability strategy, Dow is increasingly focused on new sustainable solutions including new technology for mechanical and chemical recycling from different materials that are currently considered waste. The collaboration between Dow and Fiori Group will be an automotive and mobility recycling program featuring the Dow Renuva™ portfolio of recycled materials.

With world-class technical capabilities and a diverse portfolio of materials science options, Dow MobilityScience™ pioneers innovation that drives global progress. From addressing challenges like decarbonization to enhancing EV performance, Dow remains at the forefront of advancing mobility. For further details, please visit the MobilityScience™ website.

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

About Fiori Group

Fiori Group has been operating for around 70 years and today represents one of the main Italian companies in ferrous and non-ferrous scrap recycling sector. Always looking for technologically advanced solutions, it combines goals often seen as diverging: economic development and environmental protection. As a natural evolution of this responsible approach and constant commitment to continuous improvement, the Fiori Group has decided to adhere to the EMAS Regulation for both the Crespellano-Bologna (Italmetalli) and Rome (Italferro) plants. In addition to the 2 ELVs shredding mills, the Group operates several lines dedicated to other non-ferrous metal waste and it deploys various technologies to close the end-of-life cycle for cars. The Group has a turnover of 450 million euros and approximately 200 employees.

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For further information, please contact:

Winnie Weng 
+86 18202142810  
wweng@dow.com

Isabelle Vanderstichelen 
+32-64-88-93-50  
 isabelle.vanderstichelen@dow.com

MIDLAND, Mich., July 17, 2024 /3BL/ – Dow (NYSE: DOW) and Fiori Group, a company that collects, stores and processes ferrous and non-ferrous materials, announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate in the development of a new ecosystem for recycling end-of-life (EOL) parts and materials of vehicles.

The MoU addresses both companies’ intent to handle analysis of the dismantling process and its impact on EOL waste fraction quality and suitability for recycling processes, as well as to create the new ecosystem business model under a ‘test and learn’ practice. Fiori Group and Dow MobilityScience™ teams will provide timely updates on experiments’ results, collaborating transparently to create a valuable prototype for recycling EOL vehicle parts and materials.

“Our extensive capabilities in the reuse of metals and non-metal materials, and the sorting of different materials from end-of-life vehicles, have positioned us as a market leader for recycling in Italy,” said Mauro Grotto, vice president of Italmetalli, a Fiori Group company. “Our collaboration with Dow grants us to be ranked in the forefront of seeking new solutions to reach European end-of-life vehicle recycling targets and is in line with our guiding pillars of scientific research, restoring the value of waste and communicating this value in an open and educational way”.

“As two leaders committed to fostering a circular economy for polymers, plastics and polyurethanes, collaborative innovation is key to accelerating sustainable mobility,” said Dr. Esther Quintanilla, Dow’s global MobilityScience™ marketing director. “By joining forces with Fiori Group, we are strengthening our commitment to a sustainable future for the automotive industry through our leading materials in this key growth segment and their expertise in expanding the recycled fraction from end-of-life vehicles.”

As part of its sustainability strategy, Dow is increasingly focused on new sustainable solutions including new technology for mechanical and chemical recycling from different materials that are currently considered waste. The collaboration between Dow and Fiori Group will be an automotive and mobility recycling program featuring the Dow Renuva™ portfolio of recycled materials.

With world-class technical capabilities and a diverse portfolio of materials science options, Dow MobilityScience™ pioneers innovation that drives global progress. From addressing challenges like decarbonization to enhancing EV performance, Dow remains at the forefront of advancing mobility. For further details, please visit the MobilityScience™ website.

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

About Fiori Group

Fiori Group has been operating for around 70 years and today represents one of the main Italian companies in ferrous and non-ferrous scrap recycling sector. Always looking for technologically advanced solutions, it combines goals often seen as diverging: economic development and environmental protection. As a natural evolution of this responsible approach and constant commitment to continuous improvement, the Fiori Group has decided to adhere to the EMAS Regulation for both the Crespellano-Bologna (Italmetalli) and Rome (Italferro) plants. In addition to the 2 ELVs shredding mills, the Group operates several lines dedicated to other non-ferrous metal waste and it deploys various technologies to close the end-of-life cycle for cars. The Group has a turnover of 450 million euros and approximately 200 employees.

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For further information, please contact:

Winnie Weng 
+86 18202142810  
wweng@dow.com

Isabelle Vanderstichelen 
+32-64-88-93-50  
 isabelle.vanderstichelen@dow.com