http://www.americanchemistry.com/americanchemistry.com news releasescopyright americanchemistry.com 2013en-usSat, 18 May 2013 21:08:40 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Joins-Sens-Shaheen-and-Portman-to-Support-Bipartisan-Energy-Efficiency-Legislation.htmlAmerican Chemistry Council (ACC) Vice President of Regulatory and Technical Affairs Michael Walls joined U.S. Sens. Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Rob Portman (R-OH) today at a Capitol Hill press conference to support the reintroduction of S.1000, the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act.Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:19:53 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/House-Hearing-Highlights-Ways-to-Boost-Deployment-of-Industrial-Efficiency-Technologies.htmlThe American Chemistry Council released the following statement in response to today’s hearing by the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy and Power that focused on the role of a diverse electricity generation portfolio.Tue, 05 Mar 2013 15:28:41 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/House-Subcommittee-Highlights-Innovations-Driving-Greater-Energy-Efficiency.htmlThe American Chemistry Council released the following statement in response to today’s hearing by the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy and Power that focused on private-sector successes and opportunities in energy efficient technologies.Tue, 26 Feb 2013 14:17:27 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Supports-Alliance-Commissions-Goal-of-Doubling-Energy-Productivity-by-2030.htmlThe American Chemistry Council supports the Alliance Commission’s worthwhile goal of doubling energy productivity by 2030, creating annual savings of $327 billion, and saving the average household more than $1,000.Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:13:35 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Welcomes-Sen-Murkowskis-Energy-Blueprint.htmlThe American Chemistry Council released the following statement in response to Sen. Lisa Murkowski’s (R-AK) release of an energy blueprint that calls for a dramatic boost in the production of energy resources and new energy efficiency initiatives.Mon, 04 Feb 2013 14:20:49 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/Energy-Efficient-Building-Technologies-Will-Drive-Long-Term-Energy-Savings-in-the-US.htmlGreater adoption of existing efficiency technologies, enabled by chemistry, could lower energy use in buildings by 41% by 2050, according to new report.Thu, 06 Dec 2012 12:11:50 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/US-House-Passes-Legislation-to-Improve-Energy-Efficiency-Standards.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) today issued the following statement in response to passage in the U.S. House of Representatives of the “American Energy Manufacturing Technical Corrections Act” (H.R. 6582) introduced by Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Ala.).Tue, 04 Dec 2012 16:02:31 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ICCA-Highlights-Energy-Efficiency-Solutions-Made-Possible-by-Chemistry-at-COP-18.htmlAt the 18th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP-18), the International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA) will highlight the important role products from the global chemical industry play in achieving substantial energy and greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions for the buildings sector. Mon, 26 Nov 2012 10:23:41 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/IEA-World-Energy-Outlook-Projects-Long-Term-Economic-Benefits-from-New-Supplies-of-Natural-Gas-in-US.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) lauded new projections today from the International Energy Agency (IEA) on energy trends through 2035 that herald a promising future for enhancing domestic energy security and boosting the competitiveness of America’s manufacturing sector.Mon, 12 Nov 2012 16:44:53 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Photo-Contest-Highlights-Energy-Savings-From-Chemistry-Innovations.htmlOnly two weeks remain for contestants to submit their photos to enter the American Chemistry Council’s (ACC) #Chemistry2Energy Photo Contest, with five of the final eight qualifiers having already become eligible for the $1,419 grand prize. That’s how much the average U.S. household paid for electricity alone in 2010.Fri, 02 Nov 2012 12:30:45 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Applauds-Senate-Action-to-Remove-Barriers-to-Industrial-Efficiency.htmlSenate passes legislation that will order DOE to study regulatory, economic and legal barriers to new investment in industrial efficiency technologies.Wed, 26 Sep 2012 16:20:39 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/Michigan-Political-and-Business-Leaders-Tout-Benefits-of-Shale-Gas-for-States-Manufacturing-Sector.htmlACC and the Michigan Chemistry Council (MCC) today hosted a policy forum, “Michigan’s Energy Future,” at which more than a dozen state and industry leaders discussed how abundant, affordable natural gas supplies and energy innovation are driving a ‘manufacturing renaissance’ in Michigan. Wed, 12 Sep 2012 15:16:55 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Welcomes-White-House-Executive-Order-to-Boost-Industrial-Energy-Efficiency-and-CHP-Capacity.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) issued the following statement in response to the Obama Administration’s release of an Executive Order calling for greater industrial energy efficiency and a national goal to deploy 40 GW of new combined heat and power (CHP) capacity by 2020.Thu, 30 Aug 2012 13:57:26 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/Smart-Energy-Act-Will-Advance-Industrial-Energy-Efficiency.htmlThe Smart Energy Act will improve U.S. manufacturing competitiveness by identifying regulatory barriers to greater investment in industrial energy efficiency, coordinating research and development of new industrial efficiency technologies, and developing a strategic plan to double the nation’s production from high-efficiency combined heat and power technologies.Wed, 11 Jul 2012 12:04:31 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/Energy-Efficiency-Advancements-in-the-Appliance-Industry-to-be-Featured-at-Polyurethanes-Conference.htmlThis year’s Polyurethanes Technical Conference showcases the industry’s latest advancements in energy efficiency and efforts to reduce the environmental footprint of the appliance sector.Mon, 18 Jun 2012 14:15:24 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-CES-Bill-Falls-Short-on-Energy-Efficiency-Diversity.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) issued the following statement in advance of Thursday’s hearing in the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee concerning the Clean Energy Standard Act of 2012 (CESA), S. 2146. Wed, 16 May 2012 11:31:03 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-to-GSA-Proposed-LEED-Credits-Will-Discourage-Energy-Efficient-Products-and-Jeopardize-Jobs.htmlAppealing to the General Services Administration (GSA) to immediately reconsider their recommendation of green building rating systems, the American Chemistry Council (ACC) today voiced strong concerns about product and materials restrictions in the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) LEED 2012 proposal.Wed, 09 May 2012 18:01:24 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/American-Chemistry-Council-Launches-Energy-Advocacy-and-Awareness-Campaign.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) today announced the launch of a new energy advocacy and awareness campaign, From Chemistry to Energy. Cal Dooley, ACC President and CEO, was joined by members of Congress and business leaders at an event on Capitol Hill.Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:17:49 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Energy-and-Manufacturing-Key-to-Blueprint-for-Stronger-Economy.htmlThe American Chemistry Council welcomes the President’s focus on energy and manufacturing – key to any blueprint for a stronger economy. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:41:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Welcomes-Energy-Efficiency-Discussion-at-White-House-GreenGov-Symposium.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) today applauded the federal government’s attention to energy efficiency at the White House GreenGov Symposium. The event brings together leaders from government, the private sector, non-profits and academia to share best practices and discuss cutting-edge approaches for the future. Additional information is available at http://www.whitehouse.gov/greengov/symposium.Tue, 01 Nov 2011 12:51:09 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Welcomes-Legislation-to-Include-Energy-Costs-in-Home-Mortgages.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) today applauded Senators Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) and Johnny Isakson (R-Ga.) for introducing the “Sensible Accounting to Value Energy (SAVE) Act.” Tue, 18 Oct 2011 18:09:32 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACEEE-Report-Says-Energy-Efficiency-and-CHP-Can-Lessen-Impact-Costs-of-Transition-in-Electricity.htmlStrategies Needed to Replace Coal-Fired Power, Reduce Costs to RatepayersMon, 29 Aug 2011 13:12:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/New-Model-Energy-Code-to-Boost-Energy-Efficiency-of-New-and-Renovated-Homes-and-Building-by-30.htmlACC applauded the International Code Council (ICC) for publishing the 2012 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). As this model code is adopted by states, it will help to improve the energy efficiency of new and renovated homes and commercial buildings by up to 30 percent over the 2006 version, using readily available technologies that are already being employed in construction every day.Fri, 29 Jul 2011 13:55:16 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Welcomes-Presidents-Manufacturing-Initiative.htmlAmerica’s chemistry industry welcomes President Obama’s initiative to maintain our nation’s leadership in bringing transformative technologies and products to the world. American chemistry is the source of nearly every manufacturing breakthrough.Fri, 24 Jun 2011 15:53:42 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Applauds-Energy-Efficiency-Legislation.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) today affirmed its support for the “Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act of 2011 (S. 1000),” which is being highlighted at a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing today.Thu, 09 Jun 2011 10:06:07 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/Plastics-Makers-Welcome-DOEs-US-Drive-Partnership.htmlPlastics makers welcome U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Steven Chu’s recent announcement of “U.S. Drive,” a partnership with industry to accelerate the development of clean, advanced, energy-efficient technologies for cars and light trucks.Mon, 23 May 2011 18:31:04 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Commends-Senators-Shaheen-and-Portman-for-Introducing-Energy-Efficiency-Bill.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) today applauded Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) and Rob Portman (R-Ohio) for introducing the “Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness (ESIC) Act of 2011.”Thu, 12 May 2011 16:19:44 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Welcomes-House-Legislation-to-Expedite-Domestic-Energy-Development.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) today applauded House Resources Committee passage of three bills that would expedite development of domestic oil and natural gas resources.Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:10:57 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Announces-2011-Responsible-Care-Energy-Efficiency-Award-Winners.htmlAt the Responsible Care Conference and Expo last evening, the American Chemistry Council (ACC) honored 16 of its member companies for implementing energy-efficiency improvements in 2010. Together, these improvements saved enough BTUs to power all the homes in a city the size of Akron, Ohio, for one year. ACC presented a total of 42 awards to these companies, five of which were deemed programs of “Exceptional Merit.”Mon, 18 Apr 2011 12:55:05 GMT