Midland, MI - February 16, 2010

At The Dow Chemical Company, sustainability requires making every decision with the future in mind. As we continue our sustainability journey into 2010 - the mid-point of our 2015 Goals - we continue to "Set the Standard for Sustainability" by reducing our own footprint and delivering innovation that helps the rest of the world reduce theirs.

Posted externally for our customers', stakeholders' and shareholders' review, our 4Q 2009 Sustainability Goals Update is now available on dow.com. Here, you will find updates for each of our seven 2015 Goals, including these highlights of the quarter that exemplify our four elements of setting the standard:

Innovations for Tomorrow
We contribute to the sustainability of society and our planet by developing innovative technologies for current and future markets.

  • "Jaipur Foot on Wheels" initiative helps more than 1600 people in India
  • Dow introduced Next Generation Impact Modifier for PLA and PLA Blends
  • Dow AgroSciences announced collaboration with Danforth Center to enhance food security in the developing world

Partners for Change
We are leaders in advancing all aspects of sustainability, openly collaborating with customers, suppliers, communities, civil society and governments.

  • Launched live Earth Run For Water - the largest global water initiative in history to help the solve the world water crisis
  • Dow and Denbury signed a Memorandum Of Understanding for industrial CO2 capture
  • Dow Water & Process Solutions and Bayer Technology Services signed a worldwide licensing agreement

Smart Solutions for Today
Our technologies enable our customers, and their customers, to develop more sustainable products and service.

  • Dow Building Solutions achieved Cradle to Cradle Certification for STYROFOAMTM products and more
  • Dow Wolff Cellulosics' Food & Nutrition Division launches new gluten-replacement solution
  • Dow insulation products recognized in Green Product Awards contest.

Responsible Operations
Our infrastructure has a positive impact on our company, our communities and ourselves; our operations are a model for others, wherever we operate.

  • Posted our best safety performance on record
  • India manufacturing site receives the National Energy Conservation Award
  • Dow completes external Responsible Care audits required by the American Chemistry Council

For more information about our sustainability best practices, please visit the Dow Sustainability site on dow.com.

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