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Fenwal Announces Breakthrough Suppression System

Fenwal, a UTC Fire & Security company, introduced a breakthrough suppression system that can respond to the initial shock wave from an industrial explosion within 0.06 seconds. (NYSE Magazine)

BLACK HAWK Helicopters Continue in Popularity

Sikorsky’s BLACK HAWK helicopter is enjoying renewed popularity among the U.S. Army and Navy as well as growing interest from foreign customers. (Aviation Week, 9/3)

UTC is a Key Player in Energy Conservation

Energy conservation is an unsung hero in the global effort to burn less fossil fuels and buildings account for roughly half of global energy consumption. UTC is among key players in the field. (Reuters, 9/2)

Sikorsky Begins BLACK HAWK Final Assembly in Poland

Bob Kokorda, Sikorsky vice president for corporate strategy and synergy, announced the company began final assembly of the S-70i BLACK HAWK helicopter in its PZL Mielec facility in Poland. (UPI, 9/2)

Whole Foods in Massachusetts Powered by UTC Power Fuel Cell

The largest Whole Foods Market opened yesterday in Dedham, Massachusetts, powered by a 400-kilowatt UTC Power fuel cell and a rooftop solar installation that will generate most of the store’s power and all of its hot water needs. (Boston Herald, 9/1; NECN, 9/2)

Carrier Acquires StrionAir

Carrier acquired air purification manufacturer StrionAir, which develops electronic filtration methods and products, to help accelerate residential and commercial product development. (Associated Press, 9/1; Boulder County Business Report, 9/1)

Pratt & Whitney Delivers Engine for the U.S. Navy

Pratt & Whitney will deliver F100-PW-220 turbofan engines for a Northrop Grumman unmanned fighter aircraft being developed for the U.S. Navy. (Handelsblatt [Germany], 9/1)

Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne-Powered Discovery Launched

Space shuttle Discovery, powered by three Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne Space Shuttle Main Engines, launched into orbit early on Saturday, carrying lab equipment, supplies, spare parts, genetically altered mice and a new crewmember to the International Space Station. (Reuters, 8/29)

Sikorsky Delivers BLACK HAWKs to U.S. Customs and Border Protection

The Utility Helicopter Project Office and U.S. Customs and Border Protection marked the delivery of the first of four Sikorsky BLACK HAWK UH-60M helicopters that will enter service by July 2010. (AOPA, 8/27)

Pratt & Whitney Seeks to Reduce Cost of the F135 Engine

Pratt & Whitney is investing a "considerable amount" to reduce the cost of the F135 engine. William Begert, vice president of business development and aftermarket services, said Pratt expects to submit "a very attractive" price in mid-September for the fourth batch of low-rate production engines, aided in part by lower supplier costs. (Reuters, 8/25)

Chubb Provides Mining Fire and Safety Technology in Australia

Chubb, a UTC Fire & Security company, provides fire protection services to some of Australia’s key mineral exporters with contracts worth more than $15 million. (Australasian Mine Safety Journal)

UTC Power’s Fuel Cell to Power Whole Foods in Dedham

The Whole Foods Market in Dedham, Massachusetts, will be the state’s first supermarket to generate most of its energy from a fuel cell produced by UTC Power. (Daily News Transcript [Massachusetts], 8/25; UTC Power press release )

UTC Promotes Employee Motivation

UTC has supported a culture of employee motivation, in part through its Employee Scholar Program, which pays employees 100 percent of academic costs including registration, tuition, fees and books. A new research study finds that as employee motivation improves, companies see higher subsequent returns, in good times and bad. (Forbes.com)

Hamilton Sundstrand Achieves High Ranking for Career Opportunities

Hamilton Sundstrand ranked at the top of the “Learning/Career Opportunity” category in Aviation Week magazine’s 2009 Workforce Study. (Aviation Week, 8/24)

Lenel Systems Provides Security Technologies for Little League

Lenel Systems, a unit of UTC Fire & Security, will provide security for the Little League World Series. Lenel President Luis Orbegoso said supporting "good sportsmanship, teamwork and cultural diversity" in a safe environment is a worthwhile investment. (WROC-TV [New York], 8/19)

Corporate Responsibility

"Along with profitability and operational excellence, corporate responsibility is an essential priority at UTC.

As our statement of values says, 'Successful businesses improve the human condition. We maintain the highest ethical, environmental and safety standards everywhere, and we encourage and celebrate our employees' active roles in their communities'."

-- Louis R. Chênevert, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

Successful businesses improve the human condition. This belief guides our performance and is integrated into everything we do.

Our focus

Our corporate responsibility program is focused on: environment, communities, governance, people, customers and suppliers, and products. Each area has key performance indicators (KPIs), which help us measure and report on our performance. See KPIs.

our reporting

Here we provide essential facts on our corporate responsibility commitments, policies and performance, with links to further information and examples of our work around the world.

Use the links (right) to download our 2008 Annual Report (which includes our corporate responsibility performance) and our past CR reports. This year’s combined report reflects our belief that our social and environmental performance is an important business issue.

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January 14, 2010

United Technologies Corp. supports Haiti relief efforts

HARTFORD, Conn. – United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX) today pledged up to $250,000 to match employee contributions to Red Cross disaster relief efforts following this week’s devastating earthquake in Haiti.

December 9, 2009

United Technologies Corp. to Invest in Clipper Windpower

HARTFORD, Conn. – United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX) today announced it has agreed to acquire a 49.5 percent stake in Clipper Windpower Plc (CWP.L), a California-based wind turbine manufacturer that trades on the AIM London Stock Exchange.

September 22, 2009

UTC named to Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes for 11th consecutive year

Indexes identify sustainability leaders across industries

April 26, 2009

Building sector must change to meet global energy targets, new study finds

In a new study sponsored by UTC and Lafarge, The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) demonstrates how to achieve a 60 percent reduction in the energy use of buildings by 2050 to help meet global climate change targets.

April 14, 2009

UTC grant supports Junior Achievement

Program addresses need for more math and science education in U.S. classrooms.

April 13, 2009

The Hartford Courant presents Tapestry Award to UTC for positive community outreach

UTC's commitment to corporate responsibility is evident in all the good work the company and its employees do to serve the Greater Hartford community, according to The Hartford Courant, which recognized UTC with its Tapestry Award for excellence in community partnerships and outreach.

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