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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jun. 3, 2026) – The American Chemistry Council (ACC) Board of Directors approved the addition of two new Manufacturing members, two new Responsible Care® Partners, one new Affiliate member, and two new Associate members at its annual meeting today.

“Competition drives American chemistry forward, and it’s what ensures the United States stays the global leader in innovation and manufacturing,” said Chris Jahn, President and CEO, ACC. “At the end of the day, this all comes down to a simple commitment for America’s future: competitiveness is not a given – it’s a choice. If we want to lead in manufacturing, innovation, and affordability, we have to make it possible to build, innovate, and compete right here in the United States. These new members and Responsible Care Partners strengthen our industry and keep us moving faster, scaling smarter, and building more resilient supply chains. Responsible Care is how we make that competitiveness real, by holding ourselves to the highest standards for protecting workers, communities, and the environment.”

The manufacturing members approved are:

  • Alterra Energy LLC, a technology innovator focused on advanced recycling, converting discarded plastics into valuable resources to support a circular economy.
  • Westlake Corporation, a global manufacturer and supplier of chlorovinyls, epoxy, olefins, polymers, and building products serving industrial and consumer markets.

The affiliate member approved is:

All Chemical Transport Corporation, a full-service bulk liquid transport and chemical logistics provider specializing in tankers and ISO containers.

The associate members approved are:

  • Crowell & Moring LLP, an international law firm providing litigation, regulatory, intellectual property, and corporate services.
  • Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP, a law firm specializing in product liability, toxic tort, environmental, and regulatory matters.

The Responsible Care® Partners approved are:

  • OURAY Environmental Services, LLC, a provider of specialized emergency response and environmental services that can help reduce incidents and their impact on industrial operations.
  • Wicker Park Logistics, LLC, a third-party logistics provider supporting transportation and supply chain solutions for industrial customers.

ACC’s Responsible Care Partner program extends safety, security, and environmental stewardship practices across the chemical supply chain. By applying Responsible Care in daily operations, Partners strengthen safety, reduce risk, and improve transparency, supporting safe chemicals management from origin to end use.

American Chemistry Council

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.