Very low carbon siding production in the US

Compagnie de Saint-Gobain

15 March 2024

 

SAINT-GOBAIN commences very low carbon
SIDING PRODUCTION IN THE UNITED STATES

Saint-Gobain annouces that it has commenced very low carbon production (scope
1 and 2 emissions down 96%) of siding at its US manufacturing sites in McPherson (Kansas), Social Circle (Georgia), and Williamsport (Maryland). This has been made possible thanks to the electrification of its manufacturing processes at these three sites, backed by 100% renewably-sourced electricity.

Saint-Gobain plans to convert all its US siding manufacturing sites to net zero emission production facilities (scope 1 and 2) within the next few years.

This complements the company's three existing Power Purchase Agreements that will provide enough renewable electricity to cover over 70% of electricity demand at all of Saint-Gobain's industrial sites in North America by 2025.

It is yet another tangible demonstration of Saint-Gobain's commitment to reduce its CO₂ emissions, with the aim to achieve net zero emissions (scopes 1, 2 and 3) by 2050. This is in line with the world-firsts achieved by the Group in recent years, notably net zero production (scope 1 and 2) of glass in France and plasterboard in Norway, and very low carbon production (scope 1 and 2) of glass wool in Finland. It further strengthens the Group's position as the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction and its leading role in helping to build a carbon-neutral economy.

About Saint-Gobain

Worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group's commitment is guided by its purpose, "MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME".

 

€47.9 billion in sales in 2023

160,000 employees, locations in 76 countries

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050

 

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