http://www.americanchemistry.com/americanchemistry.com news releasescopyright americanchemistry.com 2013en-usTue, 18 Jun 2013 19:09:47 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Applauds-Reintroduction-of-Legislation-to-Consider-Energy-Costs-in-Home-Mortgages.htmlSAVE Act Highlights Importance of Energy Efficiency in HomesThu, 06 Jun 2013 16:49:17 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/New-York-Policy-and-Business-Leaders-Host-Forum-on-Shale-Gas.htmlPolicy Forum Also Highlights How Chemistry Innovations Make Energy Efficiency and Energy Recovery Innovations PossibleTue, 21 May 2013 10:41:53 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-President-Highlights-Shale-Gas-and-Manufacturing-at-Senate-Energy-Committee-Natural-Gas-Forum.htmlPlentiful supplies of natural gas from shale have created a decisive competitive advantage for America’s chemical manufacturers that is attracting billions in new investment to the United States, increasing exports of manufactured goods and creating jobs, American Chemistry Council (ACC) President and CEO Cal Dooley said today on Capitol Hill. Tue, 21 May 2013 10:18:25 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Report-Reveals-Economic-Benefits-of-Announced-Chemical-Industry-Investments.htmlU.S. On Track for $71.7 Billion in Investment, More Than 530,000 Permanent New JobsMon, 20 May 2013 10:29:05 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/Senate-Energy-and-Natural-Resources-Committee-Advances-Bipartisan-Shaheen-Portman-Energy-Efficiency.htmlAmerican Chemistry Council (ACC) issued the following statement regarding U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee passage of the Shaheen-Portman energy efficiency legislation (S. 761).Wed, 08 May 2013 14:19:57 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/Senates-FAIR-Act-Would-Spur-New-Domestic-Energy-Production.htmlThe American Chemistry Council released the following statement in response to the introduction of the FAIR Act by Senator Mary Landrieu (D-LA) and Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) that would expand revenue sharing to coastal states from offshore energy production.Wed, 20 Mar 2013 17:08:25 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/US-Energy-Strategy-and-Trade-Policy-Vital-to-Ensuring-Long-Term-Economic-Recovery.htmlCal Dooley, President and CEO of the American Chemistry Council (ACC), issued the following statement in response to President Obama’s State of the Union Address.Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:35:25 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-Statement-on-Energy-and-Competitiveness.htmlThe American Chemistry Council’s Executive Committee reaffirmed unanimously on Tuesday that there is a critical need for the United States to implement a market-oriented “all of the above” energy strategy.Wed, 06 Feb 2013 14:01:28 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/ACC-Welcomes-New-IHS-Data.htmlThe IHS study demonstrates the breadth and scope of the shale gas revolution and pinpoints the way unconventional supplies of domestically produced energy have ignited an unprecedented economic revival across America expected to last at least until 2035. Wed, 19 Dec 2012 14:22:07 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/Manufacturing-Recovery-Loses-Steam-Shale-Gas-Key-to-Recovery.htmlDespite uncertain business and regulatory environment, low cost ethane expected to fuel rapid growth in chemical shipments.Wed, 12 Dec 2012 09:31:38 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-Lauds-Findings-in-IHS-Study.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) today welcomed a study by IHS Global Insight that foresees significant growth in domestically-produced supplies of natural gas and attractively-priced natural gas liquids essential to chemical manufacturers. Tue, 23 Oct 2012 13:11:34 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Joins-State-Business-Leaders-in-Highlighting-Potential-of-Ohios-Shale-Gas-Boom-to-Fuel-a-Manufa.htmlOhio can leverage its abundant and affordable supplies of natural gas from shale to spark a manufacturing renaissance in the Buckeye State and across the country, American Chemistry Council (ACC) President and CEO Cal Dooley said today at a 21st Century Manufacturing Task Force hearing at a local DuPont facility.Thu, 18 Oct 2012 19:19:06 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/PwC-Study-Predicts-Potential-Boost-to-Chemical-Industry-and-American-Manufacturing-From-New-Supplies.htmlReport Says U.S. could become a “major, global, low-cost provider of energy and feedstocks to the chemicals industry.”Wed, 10 Oct 2012 11:00:00 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/Ohios-Business-Leaders-Policymakers-Discuss-Potential-to-Power-States-Energy-Future-from-Waste.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) and Ohio Chemistry Technology Council (OCTC) co-hosted a policy forum today that brought together state and industry leaders to highlight growth in recycling as well as innovations and investments in energy recovery in Ohio. Thu, 20 Sep 2012 17:05:29 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/Congress-Must-Pass-HR-6082-to-Meet-Rising-Energy-Demand.htmlThe American Chemistry Council issued the following statement in advance of a vote by the U.S. House of Representatives on H.R. 6082, a bill that would expand access to oil and natural gas supplies in the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) and replace a more limited plan developed by the Department of the Interior (DOI).Tue, 24 Jul 2012 11:32:51 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/Study-Non-Recycled-Waste-Is-Key-to-Americas-Energy-Strategy.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) and University of Texas at Austin today released a new study reaffirming the value of everyday waste as a clean, abundant, affordable source of domestic energy.Mon, 16 Jul 2012 13:22:38 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/Braskem-Acquisition-of-Part-of-Marcus-Hook-Refinery-Is-Welcome-News-for-Pennsylvania.html"Today’s announcement shows that America’s chemistry industry continues to be a leader in creating and preserving jobs,” said Cal Dooley, ACC President and CEO. “Braskem’s commitment to the Marcus Hook polypropylene plant and the North American petrochemical market reflects the significant new U.S. investment being made across our industry."Wed, 11 Jul 2012 18:34:40 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-Recovery-Should-Be-Part-of-Americas-Energy-Strategy.htmlForum Highlights Emerging Technologies that Convert Waste into Clean Energy and Policies to Encourage Greater AdoptionThu, 28 Jun 2012 10:09:57 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-ExxonMobils-Pursuit-of-New-Chemical-Plant-Another-Sign-of-Industrys-US-Expansion.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) issued the following statement in response to today’s announcement by ExxonMobil Chemical Company concerning its application for a world-class petrochemical expansion at its integrated Baytown complex in Texas. The project would include a new ethane cracker and premium product facilities.Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:31:05 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/ACC-Comments-on-BLMs-Proposed-Rules-for-Natural-Gas-Production-on-Public-Lands.html“We are reviewing BLM’s proposed rules, which will play a part in whether the nation capitalizes on a once-in-a-generation opportunity provided by shale gas,” said Cal Dooley, ACC President and CEO. Fri, 04 May 2012 14:23:44 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Joins-The-Hills-Ohio-Energy-Jobs-Summit-to-Highlight-the-Economic-Impact-of-Shale-Gas.htmlACC participated in today’s Ohio Energy Jobs Summit to highlight how abundant and affordable supplies of natural gas from shale will create jobs, boost exports, and increase investment in Ohio.Wed, 02 May 2012 13:08:47 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/Dewhurst-Joins-Chemical-Manufacturers-to-Tout-Economic-Benefits-of-Shale-Gas-to-Houston.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC), Texas Chemical Council (TCC), East Harris County Manufacturers Association, and the Greater Houston Partnership today hosted an expert panel of political and business leaders for a roundtable policy discussion on how abundant and affordable supplies of natural gas from shale will create jobs, boost exports, and increase investment in Texas.Tue, 01 May 2012 12:42:25 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/Study-Technologies-That-Recover-Energy-From-Waste-Could-Offer-Environmental-Benefits.htmlACC today released a new study showing that emerging new technologies designed to convert waste into fuels or raw materials offer environmental benefits and cost savings over landfill disposal. The release coincides with the North American Waste-to-Energy Conference or NAWTEC.Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:53:05 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Dow-Chemical-Investment-in-Gulf-Coast-Ethane-Cracker-Affirms-US-Manufacturing-Renaissance.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) issued the following statement in response to today’s announcement by The Dow Chemical Company concerning the location of its new U.S. ethylene production complex in Texas. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:17:53 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Welcomes-White-House-Executive-Order-to-Coordinate-Administrations-Efforts-on-Shale-Gas.htmlACC issued the following statement in response to the Obama Administration’s release of an executive order calling for coordination in federal agency efforts related to unconventional natural gas resources.Fri, 13 Apr 2012 15:39:43 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-to-Promote-Shale-Gas-as-Key-to-Renewing-Manufacturing-in-West-Virginia.htmlACC will testify at today’s Congressional field hearing in Fairmont, West Virginia, to discuss the role that shale gas plays in the renewed growth of American manufacturing, and the future transportation needs to support the continued expansion of natural gas production.Wed, 11 Apr 2012 12:59:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-and-Pennsylvania-Chemical-Industry-Council-Host-Forum-on-Benefits-of-Shale-Gas.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) and the Pennsylvania Chemical Industry Council (PCIC) today hosted a policy forum, “The Future is Now: Energy and Manufacturing in Pennsylvania” featuring two expert panels of industry, business and political leaders to discuss how Pennsylvania is poised for a manufacturing renaissance as the benefits of abundant and affordable supplies of natural gas ripple through the state’s economy, starting with the chemical industry.Tue, 03 Apr 2012 12:48:55 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/Shell-Movement-Toward-New-Ethane-Facility-Is-Positive-Sign-for-US-Manufacturing.htmlWe are very encouraged by today’s news, which is yet another sign that a renaissance is underway in American chemistry,” said Cal Dooley, ACC President and CEO.Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:11:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Administrations-Tax-Proposal-Could-Lead-to-Lost-US-Manufacturing.htmlThe President has said he wants America to lead the world in manufacturing, and we strongly support that goal,” said Cal Dooley, ACC President and CEO. “Getting there will require a fair, simple tax system that allows U.S. companies to compete evenly abroad. Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:02:45 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Administrations-Budget-Proposal-Could-Weaken-Competitiveness-Job-Creation-in-US-Manufacturi.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) issued the following statement in response to the Obama Administration’s release of its proposed Fiscal Year 2013 budget. Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:15:30 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-Report-Finds-New-Supplies-of-Natural-Gas-Could-Create-Thousands-of-Manufacturing-Jobs.htmlAbundant and affordable supplies of natural gas from shale could produce more than 19,000 permanent, high-paying chemical manufacturing jobs in Michigan, revitalizing the state’s industrial base, driving economic growth and boosting exports while generating tens of million of dollars in much-needed state revenue, according to a report issued by the American Chemistry Council. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 04:28:00 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-White-House-Keystone-Pipeline-Decision-at-Odds-with-New-Energy-Strategy.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) today released the following statement in response to the Obama Administration’s anticipated decision to reject the permit for the Keystone XL pipeline.Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:42:46 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-White-House-Report-Confirms-Importance-of-Shale-Gas-to-US-Manufacturing-Economic-Revival.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) applauded a White House report released this week that credits abundant and affordable supplies of domestic natural gas from shale for helping to revive the nation’s manufacturing sector and fuel America’s economic rebound.Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:08:58 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/At-Governors-Energy-Summit-ACC-President-Heralds-Manufacturing-Renaissance-Driven-by-Shale-Gas.htmlNatural gas from the Marcellus Shale could help revitalize American manufacturing in West Virginia and bring new, high-paying jobs to the state, American Chemistry Council President and CEO Cal Dooley said today at Governor Earl Ray Tomblin’s summit, “West Virginia: Energy Powering Economic Development.” Tue, 06 Dec 2011 14:29:43 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Senate-Version-of-Pickens-Plan-Picks-Winners-and-Losers.htmlAmerican Chemistry Council (ACC) President and CEO Cal Dooley today issued the following statement in response to introduction of a U.S. Senate companion to the “New Alternative Transportation to Give Americans Solutions (NAT GAS) Act of 2011.” The Senate bill (S. 1863) was announced by Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV), Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) and Senator Richard Burr (R-NC).Tue, 15 Nov 2011 19:09:58 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-President-Highlights-Game-Changing-Impact-Of-Natural-Gas-on-Louisiana-Manufacturing-Jobs.htmlAbundant and affordable supplies of shale gas could produce more than 35,000 permanent, high-paying manufacturing jobs in Louisiana, reinvigorating the state’s industrial base, boosting exports and sparking economic growth, according to an ACC report that ACC President and CEO Cal Dooley released today. Thu, 20 Oct 2011 11:40:01 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/New-Study-Non-Recycled-Plastics-Could-Contribute-Supply-of-Alternative-Energy-to-US-Economy.htmlScientists at Columbia University Say Energy Potential is at Least Enough to Fuel 6 Million Cars or Power 5.2 Million Homes AnnuallyWed, 12 Oct 2011 07:55:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Says-Shale-Gas-Can-Grow-Ohio-Manufacturing-Jobs.htmlBountiful supplies of natural gas from shale could jumpstart economic growth in Ohio, invigorate its industrial base and create thousands of high-paying manufacturing jobs in the state, American Chemistry Council (ACC) President and CEO Cal Dooley said today at the Ohio Governor’s 21st Century Energy and Economic Summit. Wed, 21 Sep 2011 16:28:02 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Presidents-Deficit-Plan-Could-Derail-Manufacturing-Recovery.htmlEnergy and Superfund Taxes Especially Detrimental to America’s Chemical IndustryTue, 20 Sep 2011 15:50:33 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Statement-on-the-NPC-Report-on-Prudent-Development-of-Natural-Gas-and-Oil.htmlToday the National Petroleum Council, a federal advisory committee to the U.S. Secretary of Energy, released a report, “Prudent Development – Realizing the Potential of North America’s Abundant Natural Gas and Oil Resources.” Additional information is available at http://www.npc.org/. American Chemistry Council (ACC) President and CEO Cal Dooley issued the following statement.Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:59:33 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/American-Chemistry-Council-Statement-on-President-Obamas-Address-Before-Congress.htmlCal Dooley, President and CEO of the American Chemistry Council, issued the following statement in response to President Obama’s address before a joint session of Congress.Thu, 08 Sep 2011 11:20:00 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/DOE-Report-Confirms-Benefits-of-Shale-Gas-Development.htmlThe U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Advisory Board Natural Gas Subcommittee issued a draft report on hydraulic fracturing yesterday. The report notes that “Natural gas is a cornerstone of the U.S. economy” and that shale gas production “has brought lower prices, domestic jobs, and the prospect of enhanced national security due to the potential of substantial production growth.” Fri, 12 Aug 2011 11:10:49 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Comments-on-Senate-Energy-Committee-Hearing-on-Future-of-Natural-Gas.htmlDow Chemical Company Testifies on Importance of Natural Gas to U.S. ManufacturersTue, 19 Jul 2011 12:49:28 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/New-Studies-Underscore-Potential-for-Increased-Waste-to-Energy-Facilities-as-Alternative-Energy-Sour.htmlToday ACC released a series of case studies on four U.S. counties which turn municipal solid waste into energy using so-called waste-to-energy (WTE) facilities. The studies, which examined facilities in Marion County, Oregon; Olmsted County, Minnesota; Palm Beach County, Florida; and Westchester County, New York, were conducted by Government Advisory Associates, Inc. of Westport, Connecticut.Fri, 13 May 2011 13:44:07 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-Commends-Congressman-Tim-Murphy-for-Comprehensive-Bipartisan-Energy-Bill.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) today applauded Congressmen Tim Murphy (R-Pa.), Tim Walz (D-Minn.), Bill Shuster (R-Pa.), and Jim Costa (D-Calif.) for introducing the “Infrastructure, Jobs and Energy Independence Act of 2011.”Thu, 12 May 2011 15:56:29 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Commends-Congressman-Pompeo-for-Opposing-Massive-New-Subsidies-for-Natural-Gas-Vehicles.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) today applauded Congressman Mike Pompeo (R-Kan.) for opposing the New Alternative Transportation to Give Americans Solutions Act (H.R. 1380), or NAT GAS Act.Fri, 06 May 2011 17:00:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/New-Study-Growing-Opportunities-for-Non-Recycled-Plastics-as-Abundant-Alternative-Energy-Source.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) released a study conducted by 4R Sustainability, Inc. on increasing opportunities for plastics-to-fuel “conversion technologies” in the Unites States.Fri, 06 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Overly-Broad-EPA-Tailoring-Rule-Will-Slow-Economic-Recovery-Clean-Energy-Investment.htmlThu, 13 May 2010 03:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/US-Industrial-Sector-Stands-Alone-in-Reducing-Greenhouse-Gas-Emissions.htmlMon, 10 May 2010 00:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/New-Study-Confirms-Recycling-Plastics-Significantly-Reduces-Energy-Use-and-Greenhouse-Gas-Emissions.htmlWed, 28 Apr 2010 10:00:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACCApplaudsOhioGovernorLettertoUSEPAAdministratorAskingforDelayinGHGRegulationatStationarySources.htmlThu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/AMMAKerryLiebermanBillInvestsMoreinUSManufacturingCompetitivenessbutChangesNeededinKeyAreas.htmlWed, 12 May 2010 00:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Welcomes-Senator-Rockefeller-Bill-Suspending-EPA-GHG-Regulation-from-Stationary-Sources.htmlThu, 04 Mar 2010 01:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Encouraged-By-EPA-Action-on-Proposed-Boiler-Rule.htmlFri, 30 Apr 2010 00:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-US-Chemistry-Industry-Aiding-Gulf-of-Mexico-Response.htmlWed, 05 May 2010 22:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACCCongressMustDelayEPAStationarySourceRegulationsContinueItsWorkonGreenhouseGasReductionPolicies.htmlFri, 11 Jun 2010 01:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Applauds-Senator-Brown-Eight-Colleagues-for-Letter-to-Senators-Kerry-Graham-and-Lieberman.htmlThu, 15 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Welcomes-Lifting-of-Deepwater-Moratorium.htmlTue, 12 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACCNewUSInteriorDepartmentOilandNaturalGasLeasingPlanRecognizesNeedforExpandedSupplies.htmlWed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Applauds-House-Lawmakers-Call-for-Release-of-Commerce-Study-on-EPA-Boiler-Rule.htmlTue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACCApplaudsPresidentsSupportforCleanEnergyInnovationEnergyDiversityandExpandedDomesticEnergyProd.htmlThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-New-EPA-Proposal-on-GHG-Regulation-at-Stationary-Sources-Insufficient-to-Protect-US-Jobs.htmlTue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACCApplaudsCongressionalHispanicCaucusMembersCallAdminHaltEPARegulationGHGsatStationarySources.htmlFri, 12 Mar 2010 00:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Deeply-Concerned-by-EPAs-Final-Johnson-Memo-on-GHGS.htmlTue, 30 Mar 2010 01:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Announces-2010-Responsible-Care-Energy-Efficiency-Award-Winners.htmlMon, 03 May 2010 01:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Responsible-Parties-Paying-for-Superfund-Site-Cleanup.htmlMon, 21 Jun 2010 00:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACCApplaudsTNSenatePassageResolutionEncouragingCongressPostponeEPARegulationGHGsfromStationarySrc.htmlMon, 22 Mar 2010 00:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACCApplaudsILHousePassageResolutionEncouragingCongressPostponeEPARegulationGHGSfromStationarySrc.htmlThu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACCs-Cal-Dooley-Comments-on-Obamas-FY-2011-Budget-Plan.htmlMon, 01 Feb 2010 01:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-DOI-Reversal-on-Offshore-Energy-Will-Deter-US-Manufacturing-Investment-Cost-Jobs.htmlWed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Senate-Interior-EPA-Appropriations-Markup-Must-Postpone-Greenhouse-Gas-Regulations.htmlTue, 14 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Applauds-New-National-Energy-Conservation-Code-for-Buildings.htmlThu, 04 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Calls-on-Senators-to-Delay-EPA-Action-on-Stationary-Source-Rules.htmlTue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Opposes-Utility-Focused-Cap-and-Trade-Proposals-in-US-Senate.htmlWed, 14 Jul 2010 00:01:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Applauds-Inhofe-Johanns-Bill-Ordering-Study-of-EPA-Regulations-Impacts.htmlACC today welcomed a bill introduced by Senators James Inhofe (R-Okla.) and Mike Johanns (R-Neb.) requiring that federal agencies assess the “cumulative energy and economic impacts” of several U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations. Under the “Comprehensive Assessment of Regulations on the Economy (CARE) Act,” the U.S. Department of Commerce would lead an interagency analysis of a number of EPA rules.Thu, 17 Mar 2011 17:14:14 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-House-and-Senate-Votes-Show-Growing-Momentum-to-Stop-EPA-GHG-Regulations.htmlA GHG bill introduced by Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton (R-Mich.) passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 255-172 today. In the Senate, which considered a series of amendments yesterday, stopping EPA’s rules drew significant support.Thu, 07 Apr 2011 16:34:02 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-Natural-Gas-Act-Could-Divert-Supplies-From-US-Manufacturers.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) today urged caution as Congress considers legislation that would create federal incentives for natural gas vehicles. The “New Alternative Transportation to Give Americans Solutions Act (H.R. 1380)” was introduced on April 6.Wed, 13 Apr 2011 17:43:12 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Welcomes-EPA-Extension-in-GHG-Reporting-Deadline.htmlWASHINGTON, D.C. (March 1, 2011) – The American Chemistry Council (ACC) today welcomed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s decision to extend the data reporting deadline for the greenhouse gas mandatory reporting rule (MRR) from March 31, 2011 until late summer. An interim final rule is expected within a few weeks formalizing this change.Tue, 01 Mar 2011 11:56:00 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 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Federal-Regulatory-System-Must-Be-Improved-to-Preserve-Innovation-Promote-Investment-and-Prote.htmlWASHINGTON, D.C. (March 9, 2011) – In testimony before the U.S. House Subcommittee on Regulatory Affairs, Stimulus Oversight & Government Spending this morning, American Chemistry Council (ACC) Vice President of Regulatory and Technical Affairs Michael Walls called for improvements to the federal regulatory system, including a requirement for cumulative impact assessments of proposed rules, to protect U.S. innovation, investment and jobs. Wed, 09 Mar 2011 13:45:00 GMTACChttp://www.americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/ACC-Applauds-House-Passage-of-Legislation-to-Expedite-Domestic-Energy-Development.htmlThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) today welcomed House passage of a bill that would expedite offshore domestic energy development. The “Restarting American Offshore Leasing Now Act (H.R. 1230)” passed by a vote of 266-149.Thu, 05 May 2011 22:46:15 GMT