Sustainable Development

A valuable contribution

The polyurethanes industry makes a major contribution to society's sustainable development.

Sustainable development means:

• Protecting the environment in its widest sense, from resource conservation to bio-diversity
• Generating wealth in the economy by wisely managing today's resources so as not to limit the prospects of future generations.
• Promoting social progress through the production of useful, high quality products, managed by careful and responsible policies that are in everyone's interest.

Polyurethanes are based on oil, a finite resource. However, the product qualities of polyurethanes help to conserve many resources and to protect high and growing standards of living. That is why they support sustainable development.

ISOPA plays a central role in the sector's commitment and engages closely with stakeholders and public authorities.