Building a more sustainable future means reducing our negative impact across all our operations, so we can help ensure clearer air, cleaner water, and less waste for generations to come. We have specific goals and targets established related to the following material topics: ■ Energy Efficiency & Sourcing Renewable Energy. Discover how our efforts to break away from fossil fuels — and use less energy in general — are central to achieving our sustainability goals. ■ Combating Climate Change. Owens Corning recognizes climate change’s devastating effects on the planet. Learn how we’re reducing the greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change. ■ Air Quality Management. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is only one part of our commitment to cleaner air. See how we’re working to improve air quality in other ways, too. ■ Responsible Water Sourcing & Consumption. Owens Corning relies on high-quality water in our processes — from the same sources that other people depend on. Discover how we’re working to protect this increasingly precious resource. ■ Waste Management. Learn how we’re taking steps to become a zero waste-to-landfill company, from reducing waste in our processes to increasing our recycling. ■ Protecting Biodiversity. The world lives in a delicate balance, with each species playing a role in our survival. Learn more about the steps were taking to protect species around our sites. REDUCING OUR ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT
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