Science & Sustainability

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) at Dow India goes much beyond community projects – being a responsible corporate citizen and protecting the environment is an inherent part of the sustainability ethos at Dow India, touching every aspect of our business and presence in the sub-region. Every initiative under the ambit of Corporate Social Responsibility at Dow India is strategically aligned to the tenets of our larger CSR philosophy and effectively utilizes not only the monetary contribution but also our material, technology, and employee volunteerism.

Key tenets of Dow India CSR Philosophy:

1. Mobility Aid for People with Disabilities (PwDs) – Jaipur Foot - Since 2007, Dow India has partnered with the NGO Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayta Samiti (BMVSS) to provide essential mobility aid to people with disabilities. Our efforts include distributing Jaipur foot prosthetics, wheelchairs, calipers, and crutches. To date, we have assisted approximately 60,000 beneficiaries. Each year, over 200 volunteers actively participate in camps held across Lote, Mumbai, and Chennai, ensuring that those in need receive the necessary support.

2. Women Empowerment - Our collaboration with the Mann Deshi Foundation, which began in 2017, focuses on empowering women entrepreneurs from rural areas in Chiplun, Maharashtra. The initiative offers women the essential skills to thrive in their entrepreneurial journey and enhance existing entrepreneurs’ business acumen through management training. To date, Dow India has supported over 20,000 women, enabling them to achieve socio-economic independence.

3. STEM Education - In collaboration with the NGO partner Agastya International Foundation, Dow India launched a STEM education initiative in 2017. We aim to provide hands-on learning experiences to children, nurturing curiosity and logical thinking through affordable scientific models and engaging experiments. To date, over 49,000 students have benefited from this program.

4. Sustainability - Dow India’s commitment to sustainability goes beyond policies—it translates into impactful actions. Our “My Sustainability Corner” initiative, implemented in Lote, Maharashtra, in collaboration with Sahyadri Nisarg Mitra, aims to instill environmental stewardship within communities. Key aspects include plastic waste collection, segregation, and recycling. Since 2021, we have collected over 120,000 kilograms of plastic waste, with active participation from more than 80,000 community members. Together, we are shaping a sustainable future.

Dow Chemical International Pvt. Ltd. Corporate Social Responsibility Policy

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