"I Am" theme illustrates how individual accountability contributes to the company's success
PITTSBURGH, April 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The commitment of each Koppers employee to safety, health and environmental progress is captured in the "I Am Koppers" theme of the company's fourth annual Corporate Responsibility Report.
The new 2006 report spotlights achievements, awards and progress at the company's thirty-five carbon materials, chemicals, and wood treating facilities across the globe. Koppers Holdings Inc., trading under the symbol KOP on the New York Stock Exchange, posted $1.03 billion in sales for 2005.
Among this year's highlights are: 13 achievement awards for occupational excellence from the U.S. National Safety Council; the Koppers Environmental Information Management System; statistics on the company's SH&E performance and environmental accomplishments in 2005; progress toward waste-reduction goals; and achievements in complying with new European Union regulations.
"Our commitment to corporate responsibility influences every aspect of our culture," said Walter W. Turner, President and CEO of Koppers. "We distinguish ourselves through ongoing and innovative efforts to safeguard our employees, protect the environment, live by an honorable code of ethics and help others."
"Open communication with our stakeholders is a key commitment for Koppers. This report is just one example of our efforts to keep our communities informed of our progress in workplace safety and environmental stewardship," said Leslie S. Hyde, Vice President, Safety and Environmental Affairs.
The "I Am Koppers" report can be viewed at www.koppers.com. Printed versions are available by writing to SH&E Department, Koppers Inc., 436 Seventh Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15219 or by e-mail to HydeLS@koppers.com.
About Koppers
Koppers, with corporate headquarters and a research center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a global integrated producer of carbon compounds and treated wood products. Including its joint ventures, Koppers operates facilities in the United States, United Kingdom, Denmark, Australia, China, the Pacific Rim and South Africa. The stock of Koppers Holdings Inc. (NYSE: KOP) is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "KOP". For more information, visit us on the web: www.koppers.com. Questions concerning investor relations should be directed to Michael W. Snyder at 412 227 2131.
SOURCE: Koppers Holdings Inc.
CONTACT: Rebecca R. Duke, Director, Communications, Development and Compensation of Koppers Holdings Inc., +1-412-227-2947, or DukeRR@koppers.com