杜邦公司DuPont (DD) 2009年年度报告「NYSE」.pdf

1、The Needs of the World Drive Our Science and MarketingGlobal population growth and associated growth in the middle class are creating distinct needs throughout the world.These needs,which we call megatrends,are providing DuPont the opportunity to bring our unmatched science to the marketplace to cre

2、ate game-changing solutions in constant collaboration with our customers and key partners.Each megatrend presents opportunities for DuPonts collaborative science and solutions:Increase food productionEstimates are that the world will have to nearly double food production by 2050.We are committed to

3、working closely with farmers around the world to signifi cantly increase corn and soybean yields over the next decade with seeds that are higher yielding,more drought tolerant,more nitrogen-use effi cient and more resistant to insects and disease.Other DuPont solutions include herbicides,insecticide

4、s and fungicides,nutrition and health products,and packaging materials that keep food safe and fresh,longer.Decrease dependence on fossil fuelsDuPont is uniquely positioned to address the rising demand for secure,environmentally sustainable and affordable energy sources.We have a strong record in en

5、ergy conservation.We have products that help improve energy effi ciency in building construction and provide lightweight solutions in the transportation industries,and a growing suite of solutions across alternative energy applications including novel biofuel technology and photovoltaic materials.Pr

6、otect people,assets and the environmentWe continue to develop new capabilities for products like our DuPont Kevlar and Nomex advanced fi bers which are recognized globally for applications in protective apparel for law enforcement,fi rst responders and the military.DuPont Tyvek protective apparel is