ESG News For Owens Corning

Did you know? VR training is 4X faster than classroom learning and reduces workplace injuries by 43%. Owens Corning is making this technology accessible to the insulation industry with our cutting-edge Virtual Reality Training courses.

We’re taking time to look back at the many ways Owens Corning has given back in 2024.

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) earned a place on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) for the 15th consecutive year and on the DJSI North America Index for the seventh consecutive year, with industry-leading assessment scores.

Kris is a Veteran of the U.S. Navy and a member of our Salute Affinity Group, which is a community of Owens Corning employees focused on accelerating the inclusion and recognition of our current and former military members.

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) has been recognized by 3BL as one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2024.

Owens Corning, owner of Paroc AB, celebrated breaking ground on its new sustainability investment at the Paroc Hällekis plant in Sweden.

As a leader in both Human Resources and EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety), Victor Garcia believes he has the best job at Owens Corning — as he puts it, he has people in his hands and in his heart.

Owens Corning's Toledo-based interns took part in our annual Intern Volunteer Day, giving back to our community with dedication and heart.

Working in our Composites plant in Amarillo, Texas, Josh Casemier oversees utilities maintenance and helps with other capital projects as needed.

As the Operations Manager at our Composites plant in Rio Claro, Brazil, Rafael Correa is able to do a great deal to increase our positive impacts.

Having received his bachelor’s degree in India, then a master’s degree and a doctorate in Finland, Ayush Mishra brings a global perspective to his work here at Owens Corning.

Cheria has been with Owens Corning since 2020, and already her in-depth understanding of energy sourcing has made her a valuable asset as we seek to achieve our energy goals.

With approximately 30 years’ experience at Owens Corning, SD Kim has an in-depth understanding of our operations in general and our Asan, South Korea, Roofing plant in particular.

Patrick’s in-depth knowledge has been a key part of our approach to sustainable growth, and he shares his insights with us here.

With over 25 years’ experience in environmental management, circularity, decarbonization, and policy, Petra Inghelbrecht brings a wealth of insight to Owens Corning.

In the six years he has served the General Manager for our operations in India, Dhananjay Tapasvi has seen a great deal of change within our businesses.

For nearly 10 years, Alex Sim has been an EHS Leader at our plant in Kearny, New Jersey, U.S., bringing an in-depth understanding of how government, private enterprise, and public demand have shaped both U.S. and global environmental policy.

A career as an environmental lawyer has been a way for Clarise Ashworth to combine two things she cares about deeply: the environment and the well-being of people. Her work has brought her to Owens Corning, where she has helped oversee product stewardship and compliance.

Since high school, Gisela Martinez has been actively volunteering in her community. She joined Owens Corning as an intern in 2017, and she brought her passion for service to her role almost immediately when Mexico City, Mexico, was struck by an earthquake.

Owens Corning has made mental health a priority, and sites everywhere are embracing our efforts to provide emotional support for our people.

With a background in polymer chemistry, Ozma Lane could have pursued a career in academia. Luckily for us, though, she brought her talents to Owens Corning nearly six years ago, first developing improvements to our shingle materials and more recently as part of our Asphalt team.

Brenda has been an active participant in our efforts to build an inclusive workforce, helping seek out new bilingual talent for the Customer Solutions team from within her community.

Although he has only been with Owens Corning for about six years, Paul Ferrara has traveled quite a bit throughout the company’s U.S. operations.

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) today published its 2023 Sustainability Report, Making the Difference, outlining the company’s progress toward its 2030 sustainability goals.

The global population is predicted to reach 9.7 billion by 2050. To feed everyone, it is estimated that global food production will need to increase by up to 70 percent in the next 30 years.

The ZEBRA consortium today announces the successful completion of the full scale validation testing of the first recyclable blade and production of the second recyclable thermoplastic blade, further advancing the wind industry’s commitment to achieving a circular economy.

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) earned a place on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) for the 14th consecutive year and on the DJSI North America Index for the sixth consecutive year, with industry-leading assessment scores.The DJSI World comprises an elite listing of the world’s largest companies based on long-term environmental, social, and governance criteria. Companies are selected for inclusion in the DJSI in part based on their scores in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability A

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) earned a place on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) for the 14th consecutive year and on the DJSI North America Index for the sixth consecutive year, with industry-leading assessment scores.

Program will be celebrated Nov. 8 with free roof installation for Toledo-area veteran

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) today announced that it has been recognized by DiversityInc as one of its Top 50 companies as leaders in workplace fairness and inclusion practices and policy.It’s the first time Owens Corning has earned a spot on this list, placing at number 44. It had been a DiversityInc Noteworthy Company for the past three years.“I’m proud of our work to be a more inclusive and diverse company. By creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and appreciated, we unl

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) earned a place on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) for the 13th consecutive year, and on the DJSI North America Index for the fifth consecutive year, with industry-leading assessment scores.The DJSI World comprises an elite listing of the world’s largest companies based on long-term environmental, social, and governance criteria. Companies are selected for inclusion in the DJSI in part based on their scores in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) today took an important step toward reaching its circular economy aspiration with the announcement of enhanced shingle recycling efforts. By 2030, the company intends to recycle two million tons of shingles per year in the U.S.“Owens Corning has a strong sustainability foundation and has set ambitious goals. This includes establishing circular economy business models that ensure materials in our products remain in the economy indefinitely. We are focused on bringing thes

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) earned the top spot on the 100 Best Corporate Citizens list for 2022, announced today by 3BL Media. This is the fourth consecutive year the company has earned the top spot, surpassing its achievement last year of becoming the first company ever ranked number one more than two years in a row.“With our mission to build a sustainable future through material innovation, this recognition reinforces the importance of the work we do and the way we do it,” said Chair and Chief E

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) today published its sustainability report of initiatives and results from 2021. The data and stories detail the company’s progress toward its ambitious 2030 Sustainability Goals.“Owens Corning continues to build a sustainable future through material innovation, with a clear view of the challenges and opportunities ahead,” said Chair and Chief Executive Officer Brian Chambers. “Our 20,000 employees around the world are inspired by our shared mission, and the impact we con

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) earned a place on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) for the 12th consecutive year, and on the DJSI North America Index for the fourth consecutive year, with industry-leading assessment scores.The DJSI World comprises an elite listing of the world’s largest companies based on long-term environmental, social and governance criteria. Companies are selected for inclusion in the DJSI in part based on their scores in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability

Recognition Adds to Recent Company Distinctions for Excellence in Corporate Responsibility

Recap of CSR stories on Business Wire

‘One Company, One Purpose, One World’ theme reflects holistic view of sustainability and the company’s responsibility

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the 2020 World’s Most Ethical Companies.For the third consecutive year, Owens Corning has been recognized with this honor. It is one of four honorees in the Construction and Building Materials industry, underscoring its commitment to leading with integrity and prioritizing ethical business practices. In 2020, the Ethisphere Institute honored 132 companies from 21 countries and 51 industries.The Ethisphere Institut

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) is pleased to announce 2030 sustainability goals that are its most comprehensive and ambitious to date. These goals represent the company’s third set of long-term goals and are designed to expand the company’s business impact through sustainability, continuing its commitment to incorporate material environmental, social and economic initiatives into its global practices and operations.“These goals advance our business priorities by pushing us to discover increasingly mor

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) earned a place on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) for the 10th consecutive year and was named Industry Leader for the DJSI World Building Products group for the seventh straight year.The DJSI World comprises an elite listing of the world’s largest companies based on long-term environmental, social and governance criteria.“We are honored to mark a decade of recognition from the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index,” Chief Executive Officer Brian Cham

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) ranked No. 1 on Corporate Responsibility Magazine’s 100 Best Corporate Citizens list for 2019. This is the fifth consecutive year Owens Corning has been named to the list. In 2018, the company ranked third. “It is an honor to earn the No. 1 ranking on this year’s 100 Best Corporate Citizens list,” said Owens Corning Chief Executive Officer Brian Chambers. “Our team is committed to living our purpose, that our people and ou

With the publishing of its 2018 Sustainability Report, titled “Difference Driven,” Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) is proud to showcase how the company’s employees deliver a material difference every day for its stakeholders. For Owens Corning, “Difference Driven” means always looking ahead to what its workforce can do next to materially improve the world. “We aspire to be a net-positive company, where our handprint – our positive impact – exceeds our fo

Recognition honors companies that influence and drive positive change

Owens Corning Earns Place on Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for Ninth Straight Year

Accolades Recognize Sustainability Performance, Supplier Engagement on Climate Change and Product of the Year

Owens Corning to Support Gary Sinise Foundation’s R.I.S.E. Program to Build Custom Smart Homes for Wounded Veterans

Owens Corning Insulation Products are First to be Certified as Made with 100% Wind-Powered Electricity and Reduced Embodied Carbon