DuPont Performance Elastomers, a global supplier of elastomers, is a wholly owned subsidiary of The DuPont Company. Beginning with 2012 reporting for 2011 data, the Company’s name will be DuPont Performance Polymers. DuPont Performance Elastomers employs more than 1,300 people in more than 25 countries and has four manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe and Asia/Pacific. At the LaPlace facility we manufacture Neoprene, one of the first synthetic rubbers, known for its strength, durability, elasticity, toughness and superior resistance to oils, gasoline and sunlight. Neoprene is widely used in automotive, construction and general rubber applications.

This facility employs 223 employees, and approximately 125 contractors. Our employees are active members of the community, giving back to the communities in which they work, participating in such programs as the United Way, Wildlife Habitat Council, Household Materials Collection Day and Mentoring Programs.

Since 1987 (first reporting year) total emissions from the Neoprene process have decreased by 75%, air emissions by 70%, and emissions to the land over 95%. In 2010 air emissions increased by 60% due to an increase in production following two low production years (2008 and 2009) caused by the national economy. Emissions sent off-site increased significantly because some of the wastes streams normally treated on site were sent off-site for disposal.

The facility has received nine Louisiana Environmental Leadership Awards for a variety of waste minimization projects in different environmental areas. Our goal is 100% safe behavior, preventing all injuries, incidents and unplanned events. We are committed to Responsible Care® and the safety of our employees and neighbors.

Please visit www.dupontelastomers.com to best understand DPE’s commitment. The Core Values (on the Careers page) and Company Background (accessed from the About Us button) will lead you to this information.