– A former doctoral student at the University of Rochester’s Eastman School of Music has made a civil rights complaint against the school Rebecca Bryant Novak says the music school unlawfully expelled her in retaliation for reporting the harassment and institutional misconduct of a former instructor Advocates for a graduate student union gathered on Wednesday for a news conference at the campus entrance “If there had been a union in place at the time that Rebecca had went through what she went through she would not have had to deal with the absurd procedures at the University of Rochester,” Advocate Ashwini Sukthankar said at the rally “The union would have been in place and would have been able to negotiate the kinds of protections from discrimination and harassment that are desperately needed.” Novak was expelled in February and filed a complaint with the New York State Division of Human Rights She’s also seeking punitive and other damages Here’s the university’s response to Novak’s complaint: “The University’s Eastman School of Music is fully committed to being a community that is safe and respectful to all. In keeping with this commitment the University makes robust and supportive resources and processes available to actively address any report of harassment or retaliation that members of the community may submit maintaining comprehensive policies to address such concerns.  Illegal harassment and retaliation are prohibited here the University strives to follow and act in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations when reviewing and addressing complaints under University policy.  The University has complied with all state and federal law in its handling of the issues raised by Rebecca Bryant Novak.”   AI assisted with the formatting of this story. Click here to see how WHEC News10NBC uses AI Any person with disabilities who needs help accessing the content of the FCC Public file should contact Richard Reingold at rreingold@whec.com or 585-546-1701 The Arts Center at Duck Creek is delighted to announce the 3rd annual Airing of the Quilts on Saturday This cherished spring tradition celebrates renewal and storytelling as we shake the quilts out after a long winter preserving them for the next year while welcoming the new season This all-day community event invites everyone to take part in the celebration artists and organizers Louise Eastman and Erica-Lynn Huberty lead a tribute to the Log Cabin Quilt With its signature red center square representing the hearth the Log Cabin Quilt has long been a symbol of refuge and belonging Though folklore links it to the Underground Railroad this myth only strengthens its enduring message of sanctuary and welcome. 🪡  AIR YOUR QUILT Join us between 9:00 – 11:00 AM to hang your quilt and collect it by 5:00 PM we encourage you to remain nearby while it is on view All quilts must be tagged with the exhibitor’s name and email.🪡  COMMUNITY QUILT PROJECT: THE LOG CABIN TRADITION Contribute to a collaborative quilt honoring the symbolism and heritage of the Log Cabin Quilt Take an 12-1/2 inch square piece of fabric and collage or embroider a design that reflects the themes of home These squares will be assembled into a collective artwork celebrating the power of quilting as a form of storytelling and shared tradition Come together to celebrate this time-honored craft and embrace the beauty of spring at Duck Creek’s Airing of the Quilts!AND DON’T MISS THE BRIDGEHAMPTON SCHOOL MARIMBA ENSEMBLE FROM 12 – 1 PM The Beacon is able to provide all of our content online free of charge thanks to support from our readers Be a vital part of keeping our community informed Donate Live Cast After a long and courageous battle with cancer Jim is survived by two children; Quinn (Jake) and Dayne (Erica); three grandchildren: Brooklynn Kailani Pius X School and Rummel (forever) High School Jim was full of life and lived life on his terms He was passionate about riding his Harleys But nothing made him happier than “hanging with his kids and grandkids.” sarcastic humor and that “twinkle in his eye,” he’d tell story after story about his life full of adventure The family would like to give a special thanks to Jim’s dedicated home health hospice caregivers We will celebrate Jim’s life with a special service for family and friends on Friday VISITATION with the family will begin at 9:45 a.m. followed by MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL at 10:30am Memorials are suggested to Roncalli High School Heafey-Hoffmann-Dworak-Cutler, West Center Chapel, 7805 West Center Road, Omaha, Ne 68124. (402)-391-3900. www.heafeyheafey.com Jim was a good friend at St Pius and Archbishop Rummel H.S There are too many stories to tell and some should not be told May God bless you and your family at this time… Best regard from a classmate Prayers for Jim’s children and the whole family who I would like to extend my condolences to and the rest of the family My prayers are with all of Jim’s family and friends Although I haven’t seen him since high school Pius Xth (although girls weren’t officially permitted to talk to the boys) I always had a great time with the Eastman family Heafey-Hoffmann-Dworak-Cutler Mortuaries © 2024 All Rights Reserved Terms of Use and Privacy Policy Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) announced its first-quarter 2025 financial results Strong first-quarter financial results with adjusted EPS in line with our guidance in January and up 19% year over year Delivered year-over-year adjusted EBIT margin improvement of 170 basis points underpinned by continued innovation and operating leverage in a tough environment Recorded best-ever uptime and production quantities at the Kingsport methanolysis facility prioritizing cash generation as we navigate the economic impacts of tariffs  *For non-core items excluded from adjusted earnings and for adjusted provision for income taxes reconciliations to reported company and segment earnings and total borrowings for all periods presented in this release “Leveraging our innovation-driven growth model we delivered a strong quarter in line with expectations,” said Mark Costa “Against the backdrop of a highly volatile and uncertain macroeconomic environment our teams drove sequential volume/mix improvements across most segments partially offset by expected destocking in Fibers We focused on innovation and commercial excellence in defending the value of our products as well as controlling costs We recorded our best-ever quarter of uptime and production quantities at the Kingsport methanolysis facility and remain on track for the production targets and cost benefits detailed earlier this year Although our solid first-quarter results positioned us to be in line with our original guidance the reality of a global trade dispute increased significantly We began taking action to optimally navigate the next several quarters give me great confidence in our ability to deliver strong cash flow and resilient earnings going forward.” Sales revenue decreased 1 percent as 1 percent lower sales volume/mix and an unfavorable foreign currency exchange impact were partially offset by 1 percent higher selling prices Sales volume/mix was primarily driven by customer inventory destocking in acetate tow products mostly offset by higher sales volume/mix in Additives & Functional Products and Chemical Intermediates Higher selling prices were due to cost-pass-through contracts EBIT increased primarily due to the Kingsport methanolysis facility running well and improved price-cost across the specialties and Chemical Intermediates These factors were partially offset by lower sales volume/mix for Fibers and an unfavorable foreign currency exchange impact Adjusted EBIT margins increased 170 basis points Advanced Materials – Sales revenue decreased 4 percent due to 2 percent lower selling prices and an unfavorable foreign currency exchange impact Lower selling prices were reflected across the segment Lower sales volume/mix was due to weakness in the automotive and building and construction end markets The lower sales volume/mix was partially offset by growth in specialty plastics EBIT increased primarily due to improved product mix and continued cost discipline partially offset by an unfavorable foreign currency exchange impact Additives & Functional Products – Sales revenue increased by 4 percent due to 3 percent higher selling prices and 2 percent higher sales volume/mix Higher selling prices were driven by cost-pass-through contracts Higher sales volume/mix was primarily due to coatings additives and specialty fluids EBIT increased due to favorable price-cost Fibers – Sales revenue decreased by 13 percent due to 12 percent lower sales volume/mix and 1 percent lower selling prices Lower sales volume/mix was driven by continued customer inventory destocking in acetate tow and the impact of a discontinued product EBIT declined primarily due to lower sales volume/mix Chemical Intermediates – Sales revenue increased by 4 percent due to 3 percent higher selling prices and 2 percent higher sales volume/mix Higher selling prices and higher sales volume/mix were driven by more favorable market conditions for some olefin-based products compared to the prior-year period EBIT increased due to higher olefin and derivative spreads partially offset by unfavorable product mix cash used in operating activities was $167 million versus $16 million in first quarter 2024 The primary driver was an increased use of cash for working capital due to inventory that was built for a higher-than-usual planned shutdown season in second quarter 2025 The company returned $96 million to stockholders through dividends Priorities for uses of available cash for 2025 include capital expenditures Commenting on the outlook for full-year 2025 Costa said: “We are proud to have delivered a solid first quarter in a challenging the macroeconomic uncertainty that defined the last several years has only increased and future end-market demand is unclear given the magnitude and scope of tariffs including an increased priority on cash generation in preparation for a potential recession We are also increasing our cost reduction target to approximately $75 million net of inflation and reducing capital expenditures to around $550 million With an innovative portfolio of specialty products we are well positioned to navigate issues associated with escalating tariffs impacting global trade we expect to generate strong operating cash flow of approximately $1.2 billion for full-year 2025 consistent with our track record of delivering cash in varied macro environments With a broad range of outcomes for the global economy and limited visibility the company is moving to quarterly adjusted earnings per share guidance order patterns for April remain stable with March and we expect a modest sequential volume increase across our markets Second quarter also includes headwinds associated with tariffs between the U.S and China and higher planned maintenance costs second-quarter adjusted EPS is expected to be in the range of $1.70 to $1.90.” The second-quarter 2025 projected adjusted diluted EPS excludes any non-core Our financial results forecasts do not include non-core items (such as mark-to-market pension and other postretirement benefit gain or loss and asset impairments and restructuring charges) or any unusual or non-recurring items because we are unable to predict with reasonable certainty the financial impact of such items These items are uncertain and depend on various factors and we are unable to reconcile projected adjusted diluted EPS excluding non-core and any unusual or non-recurring items to reported GAAP diluted EPS without unreasonable efforts A telephone replay will be available continuously beginning at approximately 1:00 p.m Download news release with tables Eastman schedules first-quarter 2025 financial results news release and SEC Form 8-K filing © 2025 Eastman Chemical Company or its subsidiaries ® denotes registered trademark status in the U.S Eastman Chemical Company is announcing a price increase in NAR for the following products: Eastman announces 2025 annual meeting stockholder vote results we recognize that one solution doesn’t fit everyone We offer standard and specialty solutions backed by our team of experts We can tailor products to address your unique challenges Increase resilience and performance efficiency optimize and preserve the nutritional value of your feed and improve biosecurity along the food chain download brochures and more from our team of animal nutrition experts Have questions about a product or application Want to find your local Eastman representative Contact us Certain statements may not be applicable in all geographical regions Product labeling and associated claims may differ based on government requirements Tenn – Eastman has received RecyClass Recyclability Approvals for its specialty PET resins and their equivalent Renew grades Six specialty plastics were classified as fully compatible with the state-of-the-art recycling processes for PET bottles in Europe Cristal™ EN067 and Cristal™ EN059 were recognized as limited compatible The approval follows independent testing conducted by PTI-Europe and Plastics Forming Enterprises (PFE) following an adapted version of the Recyclability Evaluation Protocol for PET bottles These specialty PET resins do not interfere with the established recycling processes making them an ideal solution for nonbeverage packaging applications such as skin care jars With their lower crystallization rates compared to standard PET these high-performance resins offer durability high transparency and luster in final products The results highlight the ongoing efforts of the plastics industry to develop high-performance packaging solutions that align with state-of-the-art recycling infrastructures and contribute toward increasing plastics circularity cross-industry initiative advancing recyclability bringing transparency to the origin of plastic waste and establishing a harmonised approach toward recycled plastic calculation & traceability in Europe RecyClass develops Recyclability Evaluation Protocols and scientific testing methods for innovative plastic packaging materials which serve as the base for the Design for Recycling Guidelines and the RecyClass Online Tool RecyClass established Recyclability Certifications for plastic packaging Recycling Process Certification and Recycled Plastics Traceability Certification for plastic products RecyClass – Plastic Future is Circular Follow the latest news on RecyClass channels:  LinkedIn  |  YouTube Contact : elena.tanzarella@plasticsrecyclers.eu, www.recyclass.eu Eastman Highlights Circular Economy Growth and Innovation at Circular Economy Deep Dive Event Notice of Public Webcast for Eastman Circular Economy Deep Dive New research highlights marine biodegradability of Eastman Aventa™ compostable materials Katherine Hofmann’s Eastman career didn’t happen by accident The polymer scientist has a passion for sustainability and the environment “My mom worked for the Environmental Protection Agency I got in trouble if I threw away my Ziplocs® at school lunch,” Hofmann said “Though none of this was called sustainability back in the day it became core to who I am and my own values.”  Hofmann works on sustainability initiatives for the Eastman plastics division and its circular economy platform including a conference in late 2024 that showed how Eastman integrates sustainability and innovation For Eastman’s Global Innovation Summit (GIS) employees from throughout the United States Asia and South America traveled to Kingsport The opportunity for more than 1,000 people to share ideas was invaluable but travel and resources for a weeklong conference had an impact “Because large conferences involve so many people there tends to be significant material and food waste and unavoidable greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the travel “We were determined to make this summit different.” BEF works with companies — including brands such as Danone and the National Hockey League — on water restoration and preservation projects to compensate for their water use Eastman’s climate strategy is built on foundational areas like renewable electricity energy efficiency and breakthrough technologies In alignment with the company’s corporate decarbonization strategies Eastman purchased renewable energy certificates (RECs) for all conference activities at the convention center Emissions were further reduced through carpooling shuttle buses for off-campus events and a menu that excluded beef studies show that approximately 90% of emissions at large conferences come from travel So the Eastman net-positive team compensated by partnering with a company that safely destroys gases that are devastating to the ozone layer Eastman worked with Tradewater a company renowned for reducing GHG emissions Eastman calculated the emissions associated with the conference then Tradewater destroyed more than an equivalent amount of GHGs in the form of refrigerant gases such as chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and hydrochlorofluorocarbons Tradewater collects old cylinders of these gases and safely incinerates them we were able to overcompensate for calculated GIS emissions so we can be sure it’s a net positive in terms of carbon footprint,” Hofmann said “It’s an exciting partnership from a sustainability perspective Harmful gases that would have leaked into the atmosphere will instead be safely destroyed because the GIS team found an innovative solution in partnering with Tradewater.” To compensate for GHG emissions at a large conference Eastman partnered with Tradewater — a company that specializes in safely destroying old refrigerant gases so they don't leak into the atmosphere Eastman collaborated with Reduction in Motion By creating a conference app and using digital signs Reusable coffee cups and water bottles — instead of single-use items — were everywhere Material waste was sorted by Eastman volunteers so anything that could be recycled was recycled Plastic waste was sent for recycling in Eastman’s nearby molecular recycling facility The relatively small amount of food waste was sent to an industrial composting facility 20 minutes away in Johnson City almost 93% of all waste was diverted from landfill studies show the average participant generates 4.2 pounds of material waste Through advanced planning and efforts of attendees GIS participants generated on average 1.4 pounds of material waste per person & Chicago-based Tradewater recovers CFCs from around the world and destroys them in regulated incinerators controlled and destroyed refrigerant gases and mitigated methane equivalent to about 8.1 million metric tons of CO2 — the equivalent of planting more than 100 million trees Tradewater’s work provides two important elements in the climate change realm: measurability and additionality The latter means that Tradewater provides additional climate benefits because their projects wouldn’t have occurred without carbon compensation Do you think you have old canisters of refrigerant gases that could be collected and safely destroyed? Contact Tradewater here "Naia™ on the move" debuts at Intertextile 2025 ​Air Force approval for Eastman™ Turbo Oil 2330 confirms military-grade performance and regulatory and environmental concerns drive constant change in agriculture Farmers are stepping up to the challenge to feed a growing global population Eastman understands the challenges and delivers safe cutting-edge chemistry and application expertise to help crop protection companies formulate to meet their customers' needs we can help you take your formulations to the next level Eastman’s application development capabilities can help you adapt to changing markets and regulatory conditions Let’s find the right solution for your formulation needs Our broad solutions portfolio of critical materials includes advanced environmentally friendly specialty solvents and microplastic-free polymers Our solutions support today’s complex pesticide and seed treatment formulations In addition to advanced solvents and polymers Eastman’s legacy portfolio of intermediates and raw materials for pesticide synthesis includes functional amines We offer the products you need with the service and support you want As agricultural markets and technology evolve biological solutions are becoming a standard in crop protection and crop nutrition strategies Eastman is introducing is introducing co-formulants and biocompatible polymers to help you get the most out of your biological active ingredients Eastman is a collaborative partner that’s always in your corner Help your customers feed the world with help from our broad portfolio of critical intermediates As the basic synthetic building blocks for producing active ingredients neutralizing agent and salting agent supplier We’ve continued to innovate within the agriculture industry enabling innovative solutions like Corteva Enlist herbicide for Enlist soybeans Our products support key yield-enhancing active ingredients globally With pest resistance and evolving regulatory and environmental concerns today’s pesticide formulations are more complex than ever See how Eastman specialty solvents enable innovative formulations for you and your customers we offer a full portfolio of solutions for the most demanding formulations Eastman will assist you in meeting essential performance and environmental requirements Many of our products are labeled nonhazardous under GHS and are listed on the U.S EPA's Safer Chemicals Ingredients List (SCIL) Small amounts of catalysts increase the efficacy of chemical reactions and are frequently used when synthesizing active ingredients Eastman’s amine-based catalysts remain widely respected in the agricultural chemical development field Eastman crop protection provides ready-to-use specialized agrochemical products for fruits Eastman's additives enhance animal gut health Explore publications for the agrochemical market For questions about our solutions or services please reach out to our experts by filling out this form Your information has been successfully submitted Someone from our team will be reaching out to you shortly “What I am trying to achieve is to be what I am to the fullest—Black to the fullest and a homosexual to the fullest.” - Julius Eastman The music of legendary collaborators Julius Eastman and Arthur Russell is singular and boundless Their profound and personal sounds demand that performers become unabashedly themselves merging and getting lost in the notes and rhythms and emerging whole and newly committed to self This intrapersonal endeavoring is matched externally with musical structures that create profound belonging within a group The multi-Grammy nominated experimental orchestral collective Wild Up brings together notable guest artists to celebrate the work of avant-minimalist disco composer Arthur Russell with a new series of collaborative arrangements: The Arthur Russell Songbook These entrancing and intimate melodies are paired with Julius Eastman's kaleidoscopic post-gospel minimalism Wild Up with guest artists perform Eastman’s Evil N– and Gay Guerrilla two of his “organic music” masterworks—where phrases live inside of phrases multiple layers ebbing and flowing with the passage of time clarinets and bari saxophoneShelley Washington Produced in collaboration with Wild UpProduction Director for Wild Up some of the sharpest musical minds around–including guest artists–guide you through the evening’s music complete with a Q&A session for any lingering questions. This free event is held in BP Hall accessible after your ticket is scanned and REDCAT team up for a closer look at the legacies of maverick artists Julius Eastman and Arthur Russell with an exhibit and special performances running from March through April See Events © 2025 Los Angeles Philharmonic Association Urban life is an ever-changing environment From the morning commute and work to yoga class and dinner clothing needs to adapt to the environment wherever the day takes someone So seamless clothing transitions have become essential to navigate the fast-paced lifestyle of living in a city offering urban consumers unparalleled comfort and convenience as they move throughout the many environments of their day “‘Naia™ on the move’ is not just an innovation in application but a lifestyle concept designed to deliver all-day comfort and ease,” said Chad Doub global segment leader of staple fibers for Eastman’s textiles division “Naia™ Renew offers a high-performance fiber that can maintain the body’s microclimate adjusting to the various temperatures and humidities we all face throughout a typical day in the city.”    The Naia™ display showed the fiber’s versatility and diversity in garments and home textiles “Naia™ on the move” showcased how versatile fashion meets sustainability Naia™ Renew staple fiber stands out with its exceptional moisture management Its adaptive performance ensures comfort across varying temperatures and humidity levels Naia™ Renew maintains its softness with reduced pilling and offers excellent shape retention Booth visitors discovered the latest Naia™ applications in activewear woven fabrics and home textile fillings — the brand’s most extensive showcase yet Eastman also highlighted Naia™ Renew staple fiber's new application in denim achieving a balance between comfort and sustainability in the material The versatility of Naia™ was also shown by its use in woven woolen fabrics ranging from structured shirts to tweed coats The fiber’s integration into home textile fillings further adds the potential of sustainability into everyday living “Our booth’s visitors were impressed by the numerous applications of Naia™ Renew,” Doub said There’s a Naia™ application for every occasion and designers around the world see the need for a fiber like this to fit into modern consumers’ busy lifestyles.”    General manager Ruth Farrell shared samples made with Naia™ to customers at the Intertextile booth Naia™ was initially adopted in the Chinese market in 2020 The staple fiber has not only filled a market gap but has also become a key force in helping brands achieve their sustainability goals around the globe Naia™ applications have expanded from loungewear to casual T-shirts Naia™ Renew is a sustainable circular fiber composed of 60% sustainably sourced wood pulp and 40% GRS-certified recycled* waste materials. Using Eastman’s molecular recycling technology this process breaks down hard-to-recycle waste material into basic molecules to make new cellulose acetate fibers without compromising quality This innovation offers a scalable solution to two of the world’s most pressing environmental issues: waste pollution and raw material overconsumption Sales manager Kevin Chen led a presentation about Naia™ principal sustainability manager for China represented the brand in a sustainability panel discussion *Naia™ Renew recycled content is achieved by allocation of recycled waste material using GRS-certified mass balance process Eastman collaborate on cosmetic packaging featuring Cristal™ One Renew IM812  Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application Cory was the beloved son of Jim Eastman and Tammy Sue Carnathan Jeffries They were married in March of 2018 and shared 15 years of love and partnership One of Cory’s last employers was Premier Cabinets Cory developed lasting friendships and loved crafting marble He had a deep love for music and skateboarding Cory will be remembered for his loyalty to the people he loved He would do anything for his friends and family—always ready to help those from broken homes and broken relationships Leah Frost Eastman of Pontotoc; his 13-year-old daughter Alexa Eastman; his parents South Carolina and Tammy Jeffries of Tupelo; two sisters Courtney Kelly (Heath) and Amandelyn Eastman; two brothers Trey Eastman (Emily) and Justin Eastman (Kelsey); along with a host of nieces Cory was preceded in death by his grandmother Sue Carnathan; his first cousin and best friend Services honoring Cory’s life will be announced at a later date Expressions of sympathy and fond memories may be shared at www.peguesfuneralhome.com This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors The newest product from Eastman aviation solutions has received MIL-PRF-7808 Grade 3 specification approval from the U.S Air Force and is included on the relevant Qualified Products List This milestone confirms that ETO 2330 meets military-grade performance and safety standards for aircraft turbo oils making it the first new product approved to the Grade 3 specification since 1983 "We are thrilled to achieve this important certification," said Travis Smith "The approval not only validates our product's performance but also reinforces Eastman's dedication to providing innovative solutions that meet the rigorous demands of the aviation industry."  ETO 2330 is engineered to deliver superior lubrication and thermal stability making it ideal for applications requiring reliable performance under demanding conditions ETO 2330 not only demonstrates best-in-class wear performance but also has an improved odor profile providing for a more pleasant cabin experience for crew and passengers This new turbo oil proves Eastman's commitment to develop advanced lubricants for the aviation sector Civilian aircraft approvals for ETO 2330 should be available as early as 2026 Honeywell Aerospace and Eastman are collaborating on a certification program covering aircraft auxiliary power units (APUs) and generators to validate the performance of ETO 2330 For more information about Eastman Turbo Oil 2330, visit www.eastman.com/eto2330 or send an email to TurboOil@eastman.com Eastman announces investment for interlayers production in Europe Naia™ booth in PV Paris 2025 fully demonstrates the variability and diversity of Naia™ fabrics PARIS — The versatility of Eastman Naia™ Renew staple fiber was spotlighted at Première Vision Paris in mid-February The curated display featured a diverse array of fabrics and garments developed in collaboration with various partners and brands Visitors explored Naia™ Renew collections showcasing the fiber’s sustainability and ability to enhance both performance and aesthetic appeal across a variety of applications These styles offer performance benefits such as durability skin-friendly softness and superior comfort “Première Vision Paris provided a key platform for Eastman Naia™ to connect with designers general manager of Eastman’s textiles division “We welcomed the opportunity to share the responsible vision of Naia™ to create sustainable style for everyone.”   Farrell participated in a panel discussion “How savoir-faire is reinventing the living world,” that explored innovative Panelists discussed lab-grown alternatives reshaping fashion’s relationship with nature “The potential of Naia™ fibers is already inspiring brands worldwide,” Farrell said “This is evident in the numerous commercial garments and market-ready applications that were on display showcasing how Naia™ has become a staple in shops and wardrobes everywhere.”   Naia™ Renew partners with leading European mills that were also highlighted at Première Vision Paris These mills bring advanced textile expertise and sustainability initiatives to the table “These collaborations support the shift toward nearshoring,” Farrell explained streamline logistics and minimize transportation-related emissions ultimately lowering the overall environmental footprint these partnerships ensure Naia™ Renew staple fibers are integrated into high-quality fabrics that meet the demands of today’s fashion industry paving the way for a more sustainable future.”   Two featured partners at Première Vision included Riopele from Portugal and Pakipek from Turkey Riopele has adopted Naia™ Renew fiber to create sustainable spun yarns and high-performance fabrics while Pakipek integrates the fiber into its environmentally responsible womenswear textiles Ruth Farrell joined the panel discussion on “How savoir-faire is reinventing the living world” to share the innovation of NaiaTM fiber Riopele from Portugal and Pakipek from Turkey have adopted Naia™ Renew staple fiber to create sustainable spun yarns and high-performance fabrics Whether it’s for kitchen countertops or the outside of an airplane Eastman has a broad portfolio of ingredients to maximize the effectiveness of your cleaning formulations Our household and industrial solutions provide excellent performance in a variety of applications Household and janitorial cleaning products that are water based or contain ingredients that serve as a carbon source are susceptible to microbial growth. Eastman Probenz™ sodium benzoate is a preservative that can extend the shelf life of these cleaning formulations Sodium benzoate is categorized as a preservative of “low concern” on the U.S Environmental Protection Agency Safer Chemical Ingredients List It can be used as an alternative to preservatives under pressure from regulatory or consumer groups Maintain surface appearance and hygiene in homes, businesses and institutions. Glycol ethers like Eastman EB and DB solvents enhance cleaning performance in water-based systems across a wide pH range These solvents help formulators manage cleaner volatility and contact time effectively reducing surface tension to improve wetting and soil removal Eastman DIMLA transforms into powerful grease-cutting alkyl amine oxides and alkyl betaines as well as disinfecting quaternary ammonium compounds They work synergistically with anionic surfactants and can be formulated across a wide pH range ensuring compatibility in most home care products Consumers want powerful yet gentle dish and hand soaps. Eastman DMAPA is an important raw material used in the manufacture of surfactants like betaines that tackle tough grease while being kind to the skin They also boost foam density and stability DMAPA is used in the preparation of cocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB) — a key ingredient in body wash CAPB complements the performance of primary surfactants like sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium laureth sulfate From bedding and towels to upholstery and carpet Our ingredients can help improve the performance of formulations that clean and protect textiles Eastman solvents are used in a variety of cleaners for industrial use This includes cleaners for industrial facilities and equipment as well as for aerospace and automotive applications Many processes in industrial fabrication of metal parts electronic circuit boards and medical equipment require cleaning during assembly Solvent cleaners dry quickly without leaving residues We offer a wide range of solvents for industrial cleaning in pure or blended formulations for aerosol cans enhancing cleaning formulations for molds and tools for polyurethane It is also used in adhesive manufacturing and for cleaning printing presses and equipment in the ink industry EPA National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) requirements These solvents are ideal for cleaning paint gun equipment with MPK’s slower evaporation extending wipe usability compared to MEK We also offer SkyKleen™ a new-generation aviation solvent that combines excellent cleaning performance with environmentally friendly characteristics Search our portfolio to find what fits your cleaner formulation needs The average household contains more than five electronic devices from smartphones and speakers to streaming media devices and home theaters This finding by a Pew Research Center study indicates increasing consumer expectations and fierce competition for consumer electronics market share Eastman specialty plastics for consumer electronics can help businesses cut through the competition to make products that are more functional Choosing Eastman also represents an opportunity to differentiate products through sustainably sourced materials and environmental messaging sustainable polymers and innovative culture have helped manufacturers achieve their own innovations Those new developments help brands differentiate themselves through more reliable and eye-catching products Eastman provides consumer electronics designers and engineers with polymer solutions for: Eastman polymers can offer superior impact strength and chemical resistance They can also help product colors stay brighter for longer Innovative audio devices are overdue for equally impressive housing materials We offer specialty plastics that are made without bisphenols styrenics or the hundreds of other chemicals of concern listed in Proposition 65 Learn more Our specialty plastics are a good choice for numerous consumer electronics Sustainability creates opportunities for manufacturers and retailers to differentiate their products based on content sourcing and environmental messaging Consumer demand for sustainable electronics has created new opportunities — and driven new strategies — for brands to grow their customer bases Our innovations have enabled brands that partner with us to stand out emphasizing their willingness to create change for the world The results from consumer market research on sustainability show current trends and preferences in the realm of sustainable electronics The research highlights key purchase drivers while also examining the most sustainable materials Our market research on sustainable electronics found that: We would like to discuss how these results can be applied to help you create more sustainable products Examine our product catalog to find the right match for your needs Contact us We have the address for the funeral home & the family on file If you're not happy with your card we'll send a replacement or refund your money North Hampton - An incredible life of extraordinary kindness, service, and humble achievement came to a close February 1, 2025 with the passing of Diane Eastman Jones of North Hampton, NH from complications of multiple system atrophy. 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Made with love by funeralOne Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) announced its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 financial results Delivered strong specialty volume/mix growth in Advanced Materials and Additives & Functional Products in the fourth quarter and full year Delivered adjusted EBIT margin improvement of both 350 basis points in the fourth quarter and 190 basis points in 2024 through volume/mix growth Continued to operate the Kingsport methanolysis facility well in the fourth quarter positioning the facility to deliver strong earnings growth in 2025 Generated approximately $1.3 billion of cash from operating activities in 2024 demonstrating the strength of our cash flow and our resolve to deliver on our commitments Returned approximately $700 million to shareholders in 2024 through dividends and share repurchases *For non-core and unusual items excluded from adjusted earnings and for adjusted provision for income taxes “The fourth quarter capped off a tremendous year for Eastman with adjusted earnings per share growing 23 percent in 2024,” said Mark Costa demand was consistent with our expectations and we saw seasonal declines across our key end markets Adjusted EBIT margin increased 350 basis points compared to last year and was supported by higher sales volume/mix the Eastman team found ways to deliver earnings in line with our commitments despite facing significant macroeconomic uncertainty and persistently weak end-market demand We also added to our track record of strong cash generation by delivering $1.3 billion of cash from operations in 2024 Consistent with our capital allocation strategy we continued our investment in growth and returned a meaningful amount of cash to shareholders In addition to driving strong financial results we also successfully started up the world’s largest molecular recycling facility significantly advancing our leadership position in the circular economy We operated the Kingsport methanolysis facility well in the fourth quarter and made good progress building our Renew sales funnel we are positioned to leverage our innovation-driven growth model to drive growth above underlying market trends I am confident in our winning team and their ability to drive resilient earnings and cash flow going forward.” Sales revenue increased 2 percent due to 1 percent higher sales volume/mix and 1 percent higher selling prices Higher sales volume/mix in Additives & Functional Products and Advanced Materials was mostly offset by lower sales volume/mix in Fibers and Chemical Intermediates Higher selling prices across Additives & Functional Products and Fibers were partially offset by lower selling prices in Advanced Materials Reported EBIT includes the gain on the sale of Texas City Operations in fourth-quarter 2023 Adjusted EBIT increased due to higher sales volume/mix Advanced Materials – Sales revenue increased 2 percent due to 5 percent higher sales volume/mix partially offset by 3 percent lower selling prices Higher sales volume/mix was due to the lack of customer inventory destocking across key end markets and continued momentum from our innovation initiatives creating growth above underlying markets These factors were partially offset by lower selling prices These factors were partially offset by operating costs associated with Kingsport methanolysis and continued investment in growth Additives & Functional Products – Sales revenue increased 9 percent due to 7 percent higher sales volume/mix and 2 percent higher selling prices Higher sales volume/mix was due to the end of destocking in the agriculture end market and stronger demand for aviation fluids EBIT increased due to higher sales volume/mix Fibers – Sales revenue decreased 7 percent due to 9 percent lower sales volume/mix partially offset by 2 percent higher selling prices Lower sales volume/mix for acetate tow was driven by year-end customer inventory management Higher selling prices were primarily for acetate tow EBIT decreased due to lower sales volume/mix partially offset by favorable price-cost Chemical Intermediates – Sales revenue decreased 2 percent due to 4 percent lower sales volume/mix partially offset by 2 percent higher selling prices Lower sales volume/mix was driven by weak end-market demand and year-end customer inventory destocking adjusted EBIT was slightly down compared to the prior year period as lower spreads were partially offset by improved capacity utilization Sales revenue increased 2 percent due to 4 percent higher sales volume/mix partially offset by 2 percent lower selling prices Higher sales volume/mix was driven by the end of destocking in most end markets and innovation-driven growth above end-market demand particularly in the Advanced Materials segment Lower selling prices were primarily due to lower raw material and energy prices Adjusted EBIT increased primarily due to higher sales volume/mix and associated capacity utilization as well as favorable price-cost partially offset by operating costs from new facilities and continued investment in growth Advanced Materials – Sales revenue increased 4 percent due to 8 percent higher sales volume/mix partially offset by 4 percent lower selling prices Higher specialty plastics sales volume/mix was driven by the end of customer inventory destocking across key end markets and by continued momentum from our innovation initiatives Growth above underlying end-market demand in automotive was driven by innovation in premium interlayers products Lower selling prices were driven by lower raw material and energy prices EBIT increased due to higher sales volume/mix and improved capacity utilization partially offset by operating costs associated with Kingsport methanolysis and continued investment in growth Additives & Functional Products – Sales revenue increased 1 percent due to 4 percent higher sales volume/mix mostly offset by 3 percent lower selling prices Higher sales volume/mix was due to the end of destocking in the agriculture end market as well as growth in stable end markets Lower selling prices were in part driven by cost-pass-through contracts EBIT increased due to higher sales volume/mix and favorable price-cost Fibers – Sales revenue increased 2 percent due to 2 percent higher selling prices Higher selling prices were due to higher acetate tow contract prices Sales volume/mix was unchanged as strong growth in Naia™ was offset by a modest decline in acetate tow Chemical Intermediates – Sales revenue was flat as 3 percent higher sales volume/mix was offset by 3 percent lower selling prices Higher sales volume/mix was primarily driven by reduced customer inventory destocking across most end markets Adjusted EBIT decreased as lower spreads were partially offset by lower operating costs cash provided by operating activities was approximately $1.3 billion compared to approximately $1.4 billion in 2023 The modest decrease compared to the prior year period was primarily driven by an increase in working capital in 2024 compared to a decrease in 2023 the company returned $679 million to stockholders through dividends and share repurchases Priorities for uses of available cash for 2025 include organic growth investments the global economic and geopolitical environment remains highly uncertain we are confident in our ability to generate growth across our portfolio as we build upon a strong year in 2024 we expect modest volume growth in our specialty businesses and we will continue to leverage our innovation-driven growth model to deliver growth above underlying challenged market trends Across our consumer discretionary end markets we are not projecting any underlying demand improvement in 2025 A key driver of our innovative growth will be our circular platform as we remain on track with our 2025 commitments of $75 million-$100 million EBITDA growth shared recently at our Circular Deep Dive event we will reduce structural costs to more than offset inflation while continuing to invest in growth and capabilities for long-term value creation Partially offsetting these factors include headwinds related to higher energy costs and customer inventory management in the Fibers business we expect 2025 EPS to be between $8.00-$8.75 and for 2025 cash from operations to be approximately $1.3 billion.”  The full-year 2025 projected adjusted diluted EPS and Earnings Before Interest and Amortization (“EBITDA”) exclude any non-core and we are unable to reconcile projected adjusted diluted EPS and EBITDA excluding non-core and any unusual or non-recurring items to reported GAAP diluted EPS or net earnings without unreasonable efforts Download news release with tables Eastman announces first-quarter 2025 financial results Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here Processors and manufacturers worldwide need quality ingredients that improve food and beverages Eastman is committed to meeting those needs and providing ingredients that make bites and sips even more delicious From antioxidants and preservatives to solvents and reactants our ingredients are used in a variety of applications All Eastman food and beverage ingredients are manufactured under cGMP to Food Chemical Codex (FCC) specifications We have implemented third-party certification outlined by Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) requirements and Food Safety System Certification (FSSC) 22000 Acidulants and preservatives have distinct roles in food products butyric and propionic acid serve as acidulants that add acidity improve shelf life and act as pH regulators They balance and enhance the taste of beverages while also inhibiting microbial growth for food safety and preservation acetic anhydride and Eastman Probenz™ sodium benzoate are used in various formulations to further support these functions contributing to the overall effectiveness of food preservation and quality oils and food against oxidative deterioration kosher products are available in solid form and easy to-use formulations that contain various combinations of antioxidants kosher has been approved for use as a stabilizer for flavoring oil emulsions It can also be used as a weighting agent designed for formulators who need improved handling traits enhanced cloud properties and taste neutrality in beverages Food grade Sustane SAIB may also be used as a stabilizer or clouding agent in beverages like citrus-flavored drinks in Canada texture modifiers and reactants for the food and beverage industry Our product portfolio includes acetic acid Looking for a specific food or beverage ingredient Our solutions can be used in a variety of applications Susquehanna Fundamental Investments LLC acquired a new position in shares of Eastman Kodak (NYSE:KODK - Free Report) during the fourth quarter according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission The institutional investor acquired 200,234 shares of the technology company's stock Susquehanna Fundamental Investments LLC owned about 0.25% of Eastman Kodak as of its most recent SEC filing A number of other large investors also recently modified their holdings of KODK ARK Investment Management LLC boosted its position in Eastman Kodak by 9.7% in the 4th quarter ARK Investment Management LLC now owns 19,218 shares of the technology company's stock valued at $126,000 after buying an additional 1,692 shares during the last quarter Rhumbline Advisers increased its position in Eastman Kodak by 2.0% in the fourth quarter Rhumbline Advisers now owns 98,600 shares of the technology company's stock worth $648,000 after purchasing an additional 1,903 shares during the period MD raised its holdings in Eastman Kodak by 5.4% during the 4th quarter MD now owns 67,170 shares of the technology company's stock worth $442,000 after purchasing an additional 3,449 shares during the last quarter LPL Financial LLC lifted its position in Eastman Kodak by 27.6% during the 4th quarter LPL Financial LLC now owns 18,337 shares of the technology company's stock valued at $120,000 after purchasing an additional 3,968 shares during the period boosted its stake in shares of Eastman Kodak by 0.6% in the 4th quarter now owns 739,563 shares of the technology company's stock valued at $4,859,000 after purchasing an additional 4,761 shares during the last quarter 33.65% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds Shares of KODK traded up $0.20 on Monday 3,233,095 shares of the company's stock were exchanged The business has a 50 day moving average price of $6.33 and a two-hundred day moving average price of $6.42 a quick ratio of 1.51 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.47 Eastman Kodak has a 12 month low of $4.26 and a 12 month high of $8.24 The stock has a market capitalization of $529.82 million Eastman Kodak (NYSE:KODK - Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Monday The technology company reported $0.23 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter Eastman Kodak had a return on equity of 8.47% and a net margin of 7.70% The business had revenue of $266.00 million for the quarter MarketBeat keeps track of Wall Street's top-rated and best performing research analysts and the stocks they recommend to their clients on a daily basis. 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While Eastman Kodak currently has a Hold rating among analysts top-rated analysts believe these five stocks are better buys View The Five Stocks Here and CFO were all selling shares of their stock MarketBeat just compiled its list of the twelve stocks that corporate insiders are abandoning Complete the form below to see which companies made the list Sign up for MarketBeat All Access to gain access to MarketBeat's full suite of research tools we understand the challenges faced by today’s growers to increase yield remain compliant with existing and emerging regulations With a specialized portfolio of ready-to-use products that includes fungicides our crop protection solutions aid in fruit We continually expand to treat new crops and diseases with global registration support and our stewardship team provides end users with practical information and documentation on the safe Not all products are registered in all regions In addition to the standard application and safety instructions on labels and technical data sheets we are committed to providing information and training on the correct and safe application of foliar fungicides Eastman produces multiple dithiocarbamate fungicides based on the active ingredients thiram and ziram that are used to protect different types of fruit and vegetables against fungal diseases Both active ingredients have long-proven broad-spectrum activity against many diseases and are used as contact fungicides to protect the plant by shielding leaves from fungi spore attack The active ingredients are tools in anti-resistance strategies that alternate or combine them with site-specific systemic fungicides including suspension concentrate (SC) and water-dispersible granules (WG) or Granuflo® technology a thiram formulation for the control of black sigatoka in bananas and anthracnose in coffee and citrus Chlormequat chloride (CCC) is the worldwide standard for growth regulation in cereals By adjusting the natural plant hormone balance plant height is reduced and stem thickness is increased farmers can potentially achieve a higher yield with a lower exposure to the risk of lodging during the crop cycle in cereals Adjust™ SL is a tailored CCC formulation that offers improved performance and a wider application window Adjust SL increases stem strength and reduces stem height preventing lodging and the risks and costs associated with it Adjust SL is sold under the brand name Manipulator™ through authorized Eastman distributor Belchim Crop Protection Plant protection starts at the beginning — with the seed The valuable seed and the early germs are vulnerable to soilborne diseases Eastman thiram is used to protect plant seeds from soil fungal diseases during the early germination phase in crops like vegetables This is achieved by coating the seed with a special formulation of the fungicide before planting The use of thiram and ziram on seeds also brings the extra effect of bird repellency We offer our technical grade products to companies making their own formulations based on our technical material Thiram — solo or in combination with other active fungicides — can also be used for cereals Our soil care portfolio includes soil disinfection products as well as an innovative post-planting bionematicide Disinfecting soil with metam sodium or metam potassium* protects against soil-inhabiting plant pathogens and can also control arthropods It leaves no quantifiable residues and — when applied prior to seeding or planting — creates a favorable biotope for healthy crop growth in a clean field Metam is compatible with integrated pest management (IPM) and can be used with other techniques to control soil parasites Cedroz™ post-planting bionematicide is an innovative terpene-based option for controlling root-knot nematodes in fruits and vegetables The active compounds thymol and geraniol have a synergistic mode of action that increases their efficacy in treated soil when together It is approved for use in organic farming in the EU *Metam sodium and potassium are categorized in the U.S Browse our products to find the right solution for your crop protection needs Contact an Eastman expert for more information This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page backpacking in supplies and doing anything he could to help mountain residents cut off from the outside world after Hurricane Helene When he pulled into the parking lot for work at Eastman’s Kingsport All he could think of was relatives without power or access to water They desperately needed gasoline for generators to power their well pumps Josh Callahan and other Eastman team members in Kingsport put together a convoy of trucks full of water food and 300 gallons of fuel to take over the mountains to Burnsville a manufacturing technologist who lives in Unicoi County took the rest of the week off work to volunteer His is just one of the many stories of Eastman employees pitching in to do whatever was needed in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene which swept through Southern Appalachia on Sept “Eastman is at its best during these types of situations,” said Adrian Holt senior vice president and chief human resources officer “We’re so proud of our team members and grateful to have a workforce that consistently demonstrates how to care for and lift up others in a time of need.” In the immediate aftermath of the hurricane the company partnered with local businesses and vendors to help meet critical needs created channels for team members to stay informed about ongoing relief initiatives sharing safety resources and information for team members who wanted to help John Frady was one of many Eastman employees who volunteered to help in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene The Eastman Foundation donated $100,000 to a flood recovery fund for local businesses that is managed by Region A.H.E.A.D (Appalachian Highlands Economic Aid Directory) That group donated more than $800,000 to help 67 small businesses across Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia The Eastman Foundation had earlier donated $100,000 matching a donation by Food City to start a fundraising effort at the regional grocery chain’s stores that raised more than $2 million for hurricane relief that went to United Way organizations in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia “We joined our friends and neighbors in helping get checks to regional business owners,” said Steve Crawford Eastman executive vice president and Eastman Foundation board member “They’re strong people who are determined to build back an Eastman maintenance planner from Limestone has several family members who lost their homes He immediately volunteered with many others to open roads and reach people and my manager texted back that I should do whatever I need to do,” Day said Despite the overwhelming outpouring of volunteers “This isn’t just something that happened in September and things are back to normal,” Day said Day even helped start a nonprofit that originally provided things needed in the immediate aftermath of the flood The organization is now transitioning to collecting bulk building supplies and storing them until needed he still volunteers at least 20 hours a week on his own time Eastman employee Cody Day helped form a nonprofit to benefit hurricane victims “This is a company with a lot of big hearts,” said Paula Bulcao director of global public and community affairs It’s an example of the wiring of this company the culture of this company and the kind of people who work here.” Eastman Earns Equality 100 Award in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index The polyethylene terephthalate (PET) recycling decarbonization project will be located at the Eastman Longview site in northeast Texas Eastman has been an active member of the Longview community for more than 70 years currently employing over 1,500 team members at the location Our incredibly talented team members already working at the site will be instrumental in this project and the area also has a strong talent pool We chose the Longview site for its existing infrastructure and operations and energy supply and footprint The location also offers access to western and central U.S feedstock pools with space for on-site renewable energy The facility will have the capacity to recycle approximately 110,000 metric tons of hard-to-recycle plastic waste With PepsiCo as an early adopter committed to significant offtake from the plant the project will accelerate the decarbonization of the consumer packaging industry Department of Energy (DOE) for award negotiations of up to $375 million in investment to accelerate the demonstration of industry-leading low-carbon-intensity PET with this project Reaching a collaborative agreement with the DOE expands the project scope This will include the deployment of thermal heat batteries on-site solar and our next-generation technology This scope achieves a step-change improvement in decarbonizing PET production Eastman has been collaborating with Rondo Energy to deploy thermal batteries for the project Rondo Heat Batteries (RHBs) are essentially modular units containing thousands of tons of brick and coils of metal RHBs will transform intermittent renewable power — much of it from new on-site solar at Eastman — into heat over 1,000°C The brick batteries can store massive amounts of heat for up to 24 hours with very little loss By incorporating thermal batteries fed by renewable energy Eastman will be able to recycle hard-to-recycle polyester waste with a much lower carbon footprint recycled materials with up to 90% fewer greenhouse gas emissions than materials produced with fossil feedstocks PepsiCo has already signed a contract to use Eastman Renew materials from the Longview facility to create more sustainable packaging The project location allows multiple access points to feedstock It is located within approximately 300 miles of 4 of the 11 most populated cities in the country and several U.S Want to bid on contract work for our molecular recycling facility in Longview Contact us – PeaceHealth recently announced that Julie Eastman will serve as its new senior vice president and chief information officer Eastman is an accomplished healthcare IT leader with a background in critical care nursing She prides herself on bringing calm to the pressures of delivering technology solutions in the rapidly changing healthcare industry Eastman will be responsible for developing and implementing a technology strategy that meets PeaceHealth's short and long-term objectives and building a digital roadmap for the future In collaboration with operations and strategy she will assist in identifying opportunities for PeaceHealth to leverage technology to continue to provide high-quality care “I am honored to join PeaceHealth and excited to collaborate in advancing the organization's Mission,” Eastman said “I believe technology is most powerful when it aligns with purpose empowers people and drives meaningful change We have a unique opportunity to transform how technology enhances care Eastman served as the CIO for UCI Health in Irvine She was responsible for the end-to-end technology vision and central administration guiding comprehensive solutions to support the health system College of Health Sciences and the School of Medicine operations Eastman also served as the executive director of information services at Children’s Hospital of Orange County and as the VP of information services at MemorialCare Health System Eastman earned her MBA from the University of Redlands in Santa Ana California and her bachelor’s in Healthcare Administration from Columbia Union College in Takoma Park She also earned her RN from Mohawk College of Nursing in Ontario Eastman will be based at PeaceHealth’s Shared Services Center in Vancouver © 2025 PeaceHealth Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary chief legal officer and corporate secretary Adeyemi joined Eastman in September 2024 with a proven track record of delivering strategic and impactful business outcomes and partnering effectively with boards and senior executives She has leadership responsibility for Eastman’s legal organization litigation management and intellectual property as well as responsibility for product stewardship and regulatory affairs Adeyemi joined Eastman from The Clorox Company and associate general counsel since December 2020 a leading natural resources company based in London Adeyemi worked at the law firms of Skadden The project is expected to be completed by 2026 “We are committed to supporting the growing global demand for specialty interlayers products strengthening our regional service capabilities in Europe and investing in asset capabilities to serve glass laminators’ needs for innovative high-performance and high-quality products,” said Sabine Ketsman division president of Eastman’s Films business “Strong macrotrends in enhancing connectivity autonomous driving and electrification are fueling increased demand for Eastman’s Automotive Premium products including Saflex Horizon Vision for head-up displays and new solutions like Evoca™ RSL for electric vehicles We are excited about the opportunities this investment creates to further enable our innovation-driven growth strategy and provide increased service differentiation for our customers.” Saflex interlayers are made of PVB films laminated between two sheets of glass Eastman’s PVB interlayers enhance automotive and architectural glass lamination in a variety of ways Interlayers is a part of the Films division in Eastman’s Advanced Materials business segment 2025 at Randolph Health Services in Randolph Wisconsin. Joseph was one of five children; Sharon (Russ) Perry Richard Eastman. He was married to Judy Sigafus with whom he had four children; Joseph Earl (Larissa) Eastman Jason Lee (Amy) Eastman & Jon Paul Eastman Joseph was preceded in death by his parents Joseph David Eastman and Evelyn Hope (Vlasak) Eastman he worked several years for Montgomery Ward He then became self-employed and opened Reedsburg TV and Lighting He was well known for his knack in repair along with his determination to make an old TV or appliance operable again While living with Multiple Sclerosis for most of his life he was always active and engaged in many projects During his 60’s and 70’s he took part in a number of Reedsburg Butter Fest Marathons and participated in Vet Fest Participating in the marathons allowed him to connect with his community and inspire others to do the same regardless of age he served as a Deacon along with various roles in the Awana Club & sound department He had a passion for Chevy cars and favored the 1955 Chevy Belair The Oldies Station could be heard throughout his home but he especially liked to ad lib his rendition of the 1949 commercial jingle “See the USA in Your [Big Blue] Chevrolet!” Above all these things his greatest devotion was to his family and to his faith in God Funeral services for Joseph are scheduled for Friday 2025 at 1:00 pm at the Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg Pastor Fred Weiss and Pastor Chris Anderson of the Bible Baptist Church will officiate 2025 at the funeral home from 4:00 pm until 7:00pmand on Friday at the funeral home from 12 noon until 12:45 pm Burial with military rites will follow the service at Greenwood Cemetery in Reedsburg George Eastman founds Tennessee Eastman Corporation in the summer of 1920 to provide raw materials for Kodak’s photographic business the Kingsport site expands its production to include products like nonflammable X-ray film and charcoal briquettes Eastman’s second decade sees expansion into materials like acetate yarn and cellulosic plastics Eastman Tenite™ cellulosic plastic is used for a wide range of products the Kingsport site begins producing hydroquinone and acetic acid during World War II with manufacturing in Kingsport Hydroquinone becomes a critical ingredient for rubber in jeep and aircraft tires Eastman serves as the operations lead for the Y-12 plant of Clinton Engineer Works in Oak Ridge helping develop materials for the Manhattan Project The new site produces ethylene and propylene for ethyl alcohol and aldehydes for Kingsport operations It also produces polyethylene for use in products like packaging and cameras The production of acetate tow filter begins at the Kingsport site New research labs yield a range of products like acrylic The company experiences strong growth as revenue grows to $2 billion by the end of the decade Eastman introduces cellulose acetate butyrate (CAB) for high-quality automotive coatings The oil embargo pressures the company to become less dependent on oil as a feedstock Eastman produces the first clear-bottle polymer Eastman begins operating the first commercial plant designed to make industrial chemicals from coal using low-emission technology The company joins peers in launching the Responsible Care® initiative safety and environmental performance beyond levels required by law and to make that performance known to employees Eastman spins off from Kodak in 1994 as the 10th largest chemical company in the U.S “Earnie” Deavenport is the first CEO of the new publicly traded company guiding Eastman through rapid global expansion President Bill Clinton presents Eastman with the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award Global growth continues with the opening of a regional headquarters in the Netherlands The company’s portfolio begins to shift with acquisitions and divestitures of some businesses and sites Top leadership changes twice with Brian Ferguson becoming CEO in 2002 and James P Eastman’s rich legacy of innovation continues with the launch of Eastman Tritan™ copolyester in 2007 The company’s global sales exceed $5 billion Eastman continues its global portfolio evolution Two of the largest acquisitions in its history (Solutia in 2012 and Taminco in 2014) propel the company forward in its transformation as a specialty materials company Best Places to Work by Glassdoor and America’s Most JUST Companies Eastman is well positioned as a leading sustainable materials company tackling the world’s greatest challenges of climate change Advances in molecular recycling make Eastman the premier innovation leader for the circular economy In addition to the first Kingsport molecular recycling facility the company plans to invest in two more sites in Texas and France The people of Eastman continue to be the company’s single greatest advantage to deliver superior outcomes for all stakeholders They fulfill our purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way — The Eastman School of Music held their 10th annual Holocaust Remembrance Day “A Time to Remember” concert to commemorate the victims and survivors of the Holocaust The concert featured the world premiere performance of a musical piece by Claire Polin who was inspired by a visit to the largest civilian concentration camp in the Baltic States Senior Vice President and Chief Manufacturing Officer Caveness is senior vice president and chief manufacturing officer for Eastman overseeing global manufacturing and operations support Caveness joined Eastman in 1996 and has held leadership roles of increasing responsibility in engineering technology and manufacturing as well as on cross-functional business teams she has been responsible for development and scale-up of new products and has supported major expansions in Asia Tennessee operations site leader and global operations support leading one of the largest manufacturing sites in the United States and associated sites across the globe Caveness holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) and is a graduate of the Harvard Business School Advanced Management Program She is a licensed professional engineer and author of several publications and industrial short courses She serves on the board of the Eastman Foundation and the American Institute for Chemical Engineers Foundation and is an advisory board member for the Center for Chemical Process Safety Caveness and her husband live in Kingsport and enjoy time with their four children The family of Horace Lee Eastman created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories Made with love by funeralOne