Edina Operations - Videos

CNBC's Squawk Box recently recognized Dow Water & Process Solutions' Edina facility to being sustainable as part of its "People, Planet and Profit" series with reporter Mary Thompson.

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Water is the single most important chemical compound for the preservation and flourishing of human life, and yet today, more than one billion people in the world do not have access to safe, clean drinking water. Waterborne diseases cause over 80 percent of illnesses in the developing world and represent one of the most serious public health threats. More than 6,000 people per day – mostly children – die from these diseases. Through partnerships with non-profit organizations, and businesses such as Dow Water & Process Solutions, The Dow Chemical Company and its affiliated companies are helping to address this problem.

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At Dow, we believe that developing sustainable solutions to the global water challenge requires a collaborative approach from government, businesses, humanitarian organizations and consumers.

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The quality and scarcity of freshwater has become a critical issue worldwide. More than one billion people lack access to safe drinking water today, and experts estimate that by 2025, five billion people will live in areas of significant water stress. While water conservation is one of the most cost-efficient answers, technology, in combination with sound management practices, can help effectively solve the world's worsening water crisis.

As a global leader in innovative water and process technologies, Dow's water innovations will be featured in a five-minute segment as part of Our Planet's "Safe, Sustainable Water Solutions for the 21st Century."

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