��Ƶ North America - Awards & Recognition

��Ƶ Corporation Recognized on Human Rights Campaign’s 2018 Corporate Equality Index

brownstein — Thu, 09 Nov 2017 14:42:07 +0000

Malvern, PA., Nov. 9, 2017 – ��Ƶ, one of the world’s largest building materials companies and manufacturer of innovative material solutions, announced today it has been included on the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC’s) 2018 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a national benchmarking tool that measures companies’ policies and practices relating to LGBTQ workplace equality. This is ��Ƶ’s first year submitting responses to the CEI, resulting in a score of 90 out of 100 percent.

“At ��Ƶ, we create products that combine comfort and sustainability to enhance the well-being of people all over the world, and in that spirit, we must remember that well-being includes providing our employees with a safe, comfortable, engaging work culture that fosters a sense of belonging,” said Thomas Kinisky, President and CEO of ��Ƶ North America. “We know that innovation is born when diverse teams come together, so we’re proud to be recognized on the CEI and view this as an ongoing opportunity for ��Ƶ to evolve to meet people’s changing needs each and every day – just as our company has done for over 350 years.”

The CEI survey is administered by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, which then ranks companies on a scale of 0 to 100 based on a set of five criteria that centers on employment benefits, policies and practices, and resources for the LGBTQ community. The set of criteria changes each year but is always focused on measuring workplace inclusivity for LGBTQ employees.

“At ��Ƶ, we encourage employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. A diverse and inclusive environment entails more than gender and ethnic diversity – it also brings together diverse perspectives, experiences and ideas,” said Michael Cahill, Chair, ��Ƶ North America Diversity & Inclusion Council, and Vice President and General Manager, ��Ƶ Crystals & NorPro. “We’re proud to be recognized for our diversity and inclusion efforts, as we know they offer a competitive advantage that creates a more engaging environment, helps us outperform our competitors and enables our businesses to grow beyond expectations.”

This achievement follows ��Ƶ’s launch earlier this year of LIVE OPEN, an Employee Resource Group (ERG) for members and allies of the LGBTQ community – the goals for which were set in part by reviewing HRC’s standards.

The Human Rights Campaign comprises more than three million members and supporters nationwide. As the largest national LGBTQ civil rights organization, HRC advocates for basic equal rights and open, honest and safe environments at home, at work and in the community.

To learn more about the 2018 Corporate Equality Index, visit www.hrc.org/cei. For more information on ��Ƶ’s diversity and inclusion efforts, please visit /company/culture-and-values/diversity-inclusion.

About ��Ƶ in North America

��Ƶ, one of the world’s largest building materials companies and manufacturer of innovative material solutions, helps create great living spaces by combining comfort and sustainability. For more than three-and-a-half centuries, ��Ƶ has been enhancing the well-being of people everywhere, whether it’s by addressing climate change, delivering true sustainable development, advancing the information revolution, participating in medical breakthroughs or playing a vital role in space exploration.

In North America, ��Ƶ has approximately 150 locations and more than 14,000 employees. In the United States and Canada, ��Ƶ reported sales of approximately $5.8 billion in 2016. Learn more about ��Ƶ North America by visiting www.saint-gobain-northamerica.com and connect with ��Ƶ North America on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

Press ��Ƶs:

��Ƶ in North America
Dina Silver Pokedoff, APR
610-893-5518 (office)
489-919-2103 (mobile)

Brownstein Group for ��Ƶ in North America
Jen Micklow
267-238-4154 (office)
jmicklow@brownsteingroup.com

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Thursday, November 9, 2017

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Philadelphia

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Awards & Recognition

Drexel University Honors ��Ƶ with LeBow College of Business Social Impact Award

admin — Mon, 09 Nov 2015 15:32:16 +0000

-��Ƶ recognized for their partnerships with YouthBuild USA and US2020 -

��Ƶ, one of the world's largest building materials companies, today received the LeBow College of Business Social Impact Award from Drexel University. The inaugural award recognizes forward-thinking companies that have made a positive impact on society through their corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs. ��Ƶ was honored for their commitment to educating and developing the next generation of blue- and white-collar science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) workers, through partnerships with YouthBuild USA and US2020. The company was also recognized for efforts to bring its global Future Sensations exhibition to the Philadelphia community.

"At ��Ƶ, we believe we can do well by doing good – and supporting nonprofits that share a commitment to community development, energy conservation and environmental stewardship is central to that belief. CSR is not just a practice for ��Ƶ, it's fundamental to our culture and employees at every level," said John Crowe, President and CEO of ��Ƶ and CertainTeed Corporations. "We take great pride in sharing 350 years of building science expertise with the next generation workforce and we're committed to helping more young people succeed in STEM careers across the country. We're honored to be recognized with the Social Impact Award."

Since 2010, ��Ƶ, through the ��Ƶ Corporation Foundation, has granted $1.35 million to YouthBuild USA. Through this partnership, ��Ƶ is helping educate future generations about sustainable building and environmental preservation. Now in the partnership's fifth year, the program has impacted more than 1,050 YouthBuild students nationwide and seen the completion of several U.S. Green Building Council Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certified homes in communities across the county. Locally, ��Ƶ volunteered more than 1,500 hours to support YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School.

In addition to a philanthropic focus on green building, ��Ƶ is also committed to fostering STEM education in Philadelphia, as well as on a national level, because it provides economic mobility to the American middle class. ��Ƶ is a lead partner in Philadelphia's US2020 program, providing employees with the opportunity to share their building science, engineering and math expertise with youth through hands-on mentoring that will spur their interest in STEM careers.

Drexel University also recognized the impact of ��Ƶ's Future Sensations global exhibition. In May, ��Ƶ commemorated its 350th anniversary in Philadelphia with the Future Sensations exhibition, providing more than 114,000 locals and visitors with the opportunity to experience glimpses into future building innovations that will transform the world.

"Now more than ever, we must recognize organizations, whether public, private, educational or non-profit, that are improving the lives of community members, employees and making the world a better place for future generations," said Frank Linnehan, PhD, dean of Drexel's LeBow College of Business. "��Ƶ has led by example for 350 years, showcasing the positive impact that corporations can make on the lives of people in the communities they serve, and beyond. ��Ƶ is a shining example of the innovative organizations we want to honor with the Social Impact Award."

The LeBow College of Business Social Impact Award recognizes organizations that don’t just practice social responsibility because it’s the “right thing to do” – corporate social responsibility is the core of their business, it’s the heart of their culture and it’s what drives their success. ��Ƶ was honored at the LeBow College of Business Advisory Board and Councils Meeting on November 17.

About ��Ƶ in North America

For 350 years, ��Ƶ, the world leader in sustainable environments, has designed and manufactured high-performance building materials that improve the lives of people all over the world. From the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles and the glass pyramid at the Louvre, to the Statue of Liberty and the World Trade Center, and even components that allow the Mars Rover Curiosity to seek out life on another planet, ��Ƶ has been a part of the fabric of human history, advancement and improvement for three-and-a-half centuries – and 2015 is the company's commemorative year.

Join ��Ƶ in a celebration of the company's 350 years of innovation, wonders and advancements by visiting www.saint-gobain-northamerica.com and www.futuresensations.com or connect with ��Ƶ North America on Facebook and Twitter.

About the ��Ƶ Corporation Foundation

The ��Ƶ Corporation Foundation is committed to putting the power of its people and its products into the communities in which its employees live and work. The Foundation believes ��Ƶ can do well by doing good – and supporting non-profits that share a commitment to community development, energy conservation and environmental stewardship is central to that belief. Programs such as YouthBuild that engage youth and communities in green building and renovation align closely with ��Ƶ's mission to help professionals and communities around the world build and renovate comfortable, healthy, cost-efficient and durable buildings. Through the Foundation's support, ��Ƶ is helping educate future generations about sustainable building and environmental preservation through its own example. For more information about ��Ƶ Corporation Foundation's partnership with YouthBuild USA, visit: YouthBuild Partnership.

About Drexel University

Founded in 1891 in Philadelphia, Drexel is the nation's 14th largest private university and is ranked among the best national universities by U.S. News & World Report. Drexel is widely recognized for its focus on experiential learning through its co-operative education program and translational research initiatives. Drexel's Bennett S. LeBow College of Business is among the elite 20 percent of business schools to be accredited by AACSB International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

Press ��Ƶs:

��Ƶ in North America:
Dina Silver Pokedoff, APR
610-893-5518 (office)
484-919-2103 (mobile)
dina.pokedoff@saint-gobain.com

Brownstein Group for ��Ƶ in North America:
Mallory Jaroski
267-238-4139 (office)
mjaroski@brownsteingroup.com

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Tuesday, November 17, 2015

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Malvern

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Awards & Recognition

Fairmount Park Conservancy Honors President of ��Ƶ with Centennial Award for Corporate Stewardship

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- ��Ƶ recognized for philanthropic and civic leadership in the Philadelphia region at the 8th Annual Centennial Celebration -

The Fairmount Park Conservancy recognized John Crowe, president and CEO of ��Ƶ and CertainTeed Corporations, with the Centennial Award for Corporate Stewardship at the 8th Annual Centennial Celebration on May 5 at the Horticulture Center. Each year, the award is presented to an honoree from a corporation in the Greater Philadelphia Region that has demonstrated leadership in support of the Fairmount Park Conversancy, as well as philanthropic and civic leadership in the community. ��Ƶ was recognized for its support of the park systems and efforts to bring innovative programming to the City of Philadelphia.

As one of the Premier Sponsors of The Oval's 2015 summer season, ��Ƶ has made a significant investment to support programming that transforms this location on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway into a hip urban oasis of themed activities, education and entertainment. ��Ƶ will kick off the summer season and commemorate its 350th anniversary with a never-before-seen global exhibition, "Future Sensations," which will make its only U.S. tour stop at The Oval from May 30 – June 6, 2015. Free to visit, "Future Sensations" is an immersive experience with five distinct ephemeral pavilions that take visitors on a sensory journey of science, storytelling and art that celebrates the past three and a half centuries and offers glimpses into future innovations that will transform the world.

"Philadelphia is a world-class city, and our parks play an important role in continuing to move our region forward," said John Crowe, President and CEO of ��Ƶ and CertainTeed Corporations. "When we invest in our parks, we make our communities healthier and more sustainable, and that is what ��Ƶ has been committed to for the last 350 years."

This year's Centennial Celebration honored prominent individuals from across the region who have demonstrated extraordinary leadership and support of the park system. ��Ƶ was the Premier Centennial Celebration Partner of the event.

"Partnerships with community-minded companies like ��Ƶ provides us with the support needed to make Philadelphia a better place to live, work and play," said Kathryn Ott Lovell, Executive Director of the Fairmount Park Conservancy. "The 'Future Sensations' exhibition will be a truly unique experience for visitors, setting the tone for an exciting and fun summer season at The Oval."

About ��Ƶ in North America

For 350 years, ��Ƶ, the world leader in sustainable environments, has designed and manufactured high-performance building materials that improve the lives of people the world over. From the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles and the glass pyramid at the Louvre, to The Statue of Liberty and The World Trade Center, and even components that allow the Mars Rover Curiosity to seek out life on another planet, ��Ƶ has been a part of the fabric of human history, advancement and improvement for three and a half centuries – and 2015 is the company's commemorative year.

In North America, the company upholds this rich history of innovation by making a difference in the spaces where people work, live, play, heal and learn. Along with its North American headquarters in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, ��Ƶ has more than 265 locations in North America and approximately 15,000 employees. In the United States and Canada, ��Ƶ reported sales of approximately $6.3 billion in 2014. Join ��Ƶ in a celebration of the company's 350 years of innovation, wonders and advancements by visiting www.saint-gobain-northamerica.com and www.futuresensations.com or connect with ��Ƶ North America on Facebook and Twitter.

Press ��Ƶs:

��Ƶ in North America:
Dina Silver Pokedoff, APR
610-341-7031 (office)
484-919-2103 (mobile)
dina.pokedoff@saint-gobain.com

Brownstein Group for ��Ƶ in North America:
Mallory Jaroski
267-238-4139 (office)
mjaroski@brownsteingroup.com

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Wednesday, May 6, 2015

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Valley Forge

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Awards & Recognition

Fairmount Park Conservancy Honors President of ��Ƶ with Centennial Award for Corporate Stewardship

admin — Tue, 05 May 2015 18:42:25 +0000

- ��Ƶ recognized for philanthropic and civic leadership in the Philadelphia region at the 8th Annual Centennial Celebration -

About ��Ƶ in North America

Press ��Ƶs:

��Ƶ in North America:
Dina Silver Pokedoff, APR
610-341-7031 (office)
484-919-2103 (mobile)
dina.pokedoff@saint-gobain.com

Brownstein Group for ��Ƶ in North America:
Mallory Jaroski
267-238-4139 (office)
mjaroski@brownsteingroup.com

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Wednesday, May 6, 2015

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Valley Forge

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EPA Recognizes ��Ƶ's Leadership in Energy Conservation with ENERGY STAR Award for Seventh Consecutive Year; Fifth Year at Sustained Excellence Level

sgna-dev — Mon, 06 Apr 2015 15:52:48 +0000

- ENERGY STAR recognition helps ��Ƶ and its family of companies set a precedent for the future of sustainability -

��Ƶ, the world leader in sustainable environments, announces it has been awarded the ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the fifth consecutive year. The award recognizes ��Ƶ’s outstanding leadership in energy management and reductions in greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency, as well as innovations in the company’s long-term strategy to reduce energy consumption. ��Ƶ is the first and only manufacturer of fiberglass insulation ever to receive the award. Since 2008, the company has improved energy intensity by 17.3 percent.

“��Ƶ’s 350-year history is rooted in the innovation and manufacturing of building materials that enable people across the globe to live in more efficient, comfortable and healthy environments,” said John Crowe, President and CEO of ��Ƶ and its North American construction materials subsidiary, CertainTeed Corporation. “As ��Ƶ looks to the future, we believe that a sustainable habitat is within our reach and will continue to develop innovative, effective methods to reduce the environmental impact of our solutions, plants and processes across our entire family of companies in North America.”

The 2015 Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award is presented to organizations to recognize their contributions to reducing greenhouse gas emissions through superior energy-efficiency achievements. Recipients have reduced greenhouse gas emissions by setting and achieving aggressive goals and employing innovative energy-efficiency approaches. These awards recognize ongoing leadership across the ENERGY STAR program, including energy-efficient products, services, new homes and buildings in the commercial, industrial and public sectors.

This is the seventh consecutive year that ��Ƶ and its North American subsidiaries have been recognized by the EPA with an ENERGY STAR Award. ��Ƶ was first awarded the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award in 2009 and 2010, and then attained the prestigious level of Sustained Excellence in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. ��Ƶ’s accomplishments and long-term commitment to energy efficiency will be recognized at an EPA awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., on April 20.

“I applaud ��Ƶ for earning EPA’s highest ENERGY STAR award, the 2015 Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award, demonstrating a strong commitment to energy efficiency and to preserving a healthy planet for future generations,” said EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy.

About ��Ƶ in North America

For 350 years, ��Ƶ, the world leader in sustainable environments, has designed and manufactured high-performance building materials that improve the lives of people the world over. From the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles and the glass pyramid at the Louvre, to the Statue of Liberty and the World Trade Center, and even components that allow the Mars Rover Curiosity to seek out life on another planet, ��Ƶ has been a part of the fabric of human history, advancement and improvement for three and a half centuries – and 2015 is the company’s commemorative year.

In North America, the company upholds this rich history of innovation by making a difference in the spaces where people work, live, play, heal and learn. Along with its North American headquarters in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, ��Ƶ has more than 265 locations in North America and approximately 15,000 employees. In the United States and Canada, ��Ƶ reported sales of approximately $6.3 billion in 2014. Join ��Ƶ in a celebration of the company’s 350 years of innovation, wonders and advancements by visiting www.saint-gobain-northamerica.com and www.futuresensations.com or connect with ��Ƶ North America on Facebook and Twitter.

About ENERGY STAR

ENERGY STAR® is the simple choice for energy efficiency achievements. For more than 20 years, people across America have looked to EPA’s ENERGY STAR program for guidance on how to save energy, save money, and protect the environment. Behind each blue label is a product, building, or home that is independently certified to use less energy and cause fewer of the emissions that contribute to climate change. Today, ENERGY STAR is the most widely recognized symbol for energy efficiency in the world, helping families and businesses save $300 billion on utility bills, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions by two billion metric tons since 1992. Join the millions who are already making a difference at energystar.gov.

Press ��Ƶs:

��Ƶ in North America:
Dina Silver Pokedoff, APR
610-341-7031 (office)
484-919-2103 (mobile)
dina.pokedoff@saint-gobain.com

Brownstein Group for ��Ƶ in North America:
Mallory Jaroski
267-238-4139 (office)
mjaroski@brownsteingroup.com

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Monday, April 6, 2015

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Valley Forge

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Awards & Recognition

Philadelphia PRSA Recognizes ��Ƶ Corporation at 46th Annual Pepperpot Awards with Top Honors

sgna-dev — Tue, 16 Dec 2014 15:20:12 +0000

Multiple communication campaigns from ��Ƶ awarded, including “Best in Show” recognition for its Greenbuild Integrated Communications Campaign.

The Philadelphia Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) recognized ��Ƶ’s public relations campaigns at its 46^thAnnual Pepperpot and Achievement Awards Gala on December 2, 2014. ��Ƶ was the recipient of three awards including two first-place awards for campaigns submitted in the Community Relations and Integrated Communications categories as well as, for the first-time ever, the “Best in Show” Award.

“As a 350-year old company, we have a unique story to tell and I’m extremely proud of how we communicate our story across a variety of platforms, engage audiences with our brand in a meaningful way, and most importantly how our communications strategies help impact the lives of our customers, employees, and future generations,” said Carmen Ferrigno, Vice President of Communications for ��Ƶ Corporation. “A PRSA Pepperpot Award is coveted in the Philadelphia region among public relations professionals and it is an honor to be awarded two first place awards and to bring home the top award.”

The PRSA Pepperpot Awards recognize best-in-class PR campaigns, tactics, and professionals. More than 110 entries were judged in 38 categories ranging from feature stories to social media campaigns and brochures to community relations.

��Ƶ was the recipient of the following three awards:

“Best in Show” Award
Each year, PRSA recognizes the entry that received the highest score from judges with the “Best in Show” Award. This year, ��Ƶ was the recipient of this award for its entry in the Integrated Communications Category, which also won a Pepperpot Award.

Pepperpot Award (First Place) in Community Relations Category
The Community Relations Category recognizes programs aimed at winning cooperation and improving relations within communities. ��Ƶ developed a national partnership, Building Our Future Together, with YouthBuild USA’s green job and construction training program in its key markets to help educate future generations about sustainable building and environmental preservation through its own example. Now nearing the end of the fourth year of the partnership, ��Ƶ has improved relationships with local communities and government officials, secured unprecedented media attention, enhanced employee pride, and created a platform in which to tell meaningful brand stories. This is the third consecutive year ��Ƶ has received this award for its Building Our Future Together program, which was developed and executed in collaboration with Brownstein Group.

Pepperpot Award (First Place) in Integrated Communications Category
The Integrated Communications Category recognizes programs that demonstrate leadership of public relations strategies and tactics in a creative and effective integrated campaign, along with other marketing or communications. ��Ƶ submitted its communications program for the 2013 Greenbuild trade show, held in Philadelphia. ��Ƶ used research, integrated communications, and measurement to launch a new positioning statement, “Life’s Material Difference” at the trade show and raise brand recognition in North America. The trade show offered the perfect forum to reach three critical audiences – customers, employees, and the general public of Philadelphia – ��Ƶ’s hometown. This program was developed and executed in collaboration with PepperComm with support from Brownstein Group.

About ��Ƶ in North America
��Ƶ, the world’s largest building materials company, has its North American headquarters in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. As the world leader in sustainable habitat, ��Ƶ is committed to inventing solutions to help professionals and communities around the world build and renovate comfortable, healthy, economical and energy-efficient buildings. The company has more than 265 locations in North America and approximately 15,000 employees. In the United States and Canada, ��Ƶ reported sales of approximately $7.9 billion in 2013.

Recognized as a 2009 and 2010 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, ��Ƶ earned the 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 ENERGY STAR Sustained Excellence Award, the highest level of recognition for outstanding contributions to protecting the environment through energy efficiency. For more information about ��Ƶ in North America, visit www.saint-gobain-northamerica.com and connect with the company on Facebook and Twitter.

��Ƶ in North America:
Dina Silver Pokedoff, APR
610-341-7031 (office)
484-919-2103 (mobile)
Dina.Pokedoff@saint-gobain.com

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Wednesday, December 10, 2014

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Philadelphia

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New England Clean Energy Council Recognizes ��Ƶ with 2013 Employer of the Year Award

sgna-dev — Fri, 07 Nov 2014 19:21:34 +0000

The New England Clean Energy Council selects ��Ƶ for its continued growth and commitment to the New England region.

��Ƶ, one of the world's largest manufacturers of building products and a leading producer of innovative materials, has been awarded the 2013 Employer of the Year Award by the New England Clean Energy Council (NECEC). NECEC's Employer of the Year award is given to a company that has shown significant business growth combined with strong workforce growth, providing and building on a history of solid, diverse, high-paying jobs. The award was presented to ��Ƶ at NECEC's 6th Annual Green Tie Gala on Thursday, November 14 in Boston, Mass.

"��Ƶ has made significant contributions to various New England states economies since it entered the region more than 20 years ago," said Peter Rothstein, President, New England Clean Energy Council. "With ��Ƶ's recent growth in LED manufacturing in Massachusetts and growing role as a strategic collaborator with startups and emerging companies, we are honored to present this award and look forward to seeing the company continue to grow throughout New England."

More than 400 leaders and stakeholders in the clean energy industry, including company CEOs, government officials, service providers, academics, venture investment firms, labor and large commercial end-users and area utilities attended the Green Tie Gala where ��Ƶ was recognized, along with other award recipients.

"We are honored NECEC has recognized ��Ƶ's ongoing commitment to investing in the New England area, where we employ more than 3,000 employees," said John Crowe, President and CEO of ��Ƶ and CertainTeed Corporation. "It's our vision to develop construction and renovation solutions for professional customers to ensure that buildings are energy efficient, healthy, comfortable and esthetically superior, while at the same time protecting natural resources. Identifying startups in the New England area and investing in our current business footprint by hiring the best talent is central to us achieving this vision."

About ��Ƶ in North America

��Ƶ, the world's largest building materials company, has its North American headquarters in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. As the world leader in sustainable habitat, ��Ƶ is committed to inventing solutions to help professionals and communities around the world build and renovate comfortable, healthy, economical and energy-efficient buildings. The company has more than 265 locations in North America and approximately 19,000 employees. In the United States and Canada, ��Ƶ reported sales of approximately $7.9 billion in 2012.

Recognized as a 2009 and 2010 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, ��Ƶ earned the 2011, 2012 and 2013 ENERGY STAR Sustained Excellence Award, the highest level of recognition for outstanding contributions to protecting the environment through energy efficiency. For more information about ��Ƶ in North America, connect with the company on Facebook and Twitter.

About The New England Clean Energy Council and the NECEC Institute

The New England Clean Energy Council (NECEC, a 501(c)(6) trade member organization) is the lead voice for hundreds of clean energy companies across New England, influencing the energy policy agenda and growing the clean energy economy. The NECEC Institute (a 501(c)(3)) is a leader in programs that support Innovation, Cluster Research & Economic Development and Workforce Development. NECEC's mission is to accelerate New England's clean energy economy to global leadership by building an active community of stakeholders and a world-class cluster of clean energy companies.

As sister entities under the NECEC umbrella, the organizations share a common mission to accelerate New England's clean energy economy to global leadership by building an active community of stakeholders and a world-class cluster of clean energy companies. NECEC leads efforts in Policy, Government Affairs, Communications, Member Benefits and Stakeholder Engagement, while the NECEC Institute executes projects in the areas of Innovation, Cluster & Economic Development and Education & Workforce Development.

Press ��Ƶs:

��Ƶ in North America:
Dina Silver Pokedoff, APR
610-341-7031 (office)
484-919-2103 (mobile)
dina.pokedoff@saint-gobain.com

New England Clean Energy Council:
Kate Plourd
617-500-9333 (office)
kplourd@cleanenergycouncil.org

Publication Date:

Friday, November 15, 2013

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Boston

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USA

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Awards & Recognition

EPA Recognizes ��Ƶ's Leadership in Energy Conservation with ENERGY STAR Award for Sixth Consecutive Year; Fourth Year at Sustained Excellence Level

sgna-dev — Fri, 07 Nov 2014 18:57:24 +0000

ENERGY STAR recognition helps building materials manufacturer gain a competitive business advantage and set precedent for future.

��Ƶ, the world's largest building materials company, announces it has been awarded the ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence Award by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the fourth consecutive year. The award recognizes ��Ƶ's outstanding leadership in energy management and reductions in greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency. ��Ƶ is the first and only manufacturer of glass containers or fiberglass insulation ever to receive the award.

"At ��Ƶ, we strive to be a good example of a 21st century manufacturing business by practicing and consistently working to reduce our energy usage at our more than 130 plants throughout North America," said John Crowe, President and CEO of ��Ƶ and its North American construction materials subsidiary, CertainTeed Corporation. "As a company that manufactures products that help consumers live more energy-efficient, comfortable and healthy lives, it's important to us that the process in which we make these products reflects our end goal."

The 2014 Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence Award winners are selected from the 16,000 organizations that participate in the ENERGY STAR program. The award is given to a select group of organizations that have exhibited outstanding leadership year after year. These winners have reduced greenhouse gas emissions by setting and achieving aggressive goals and employing innovative energy-efficiency approaches.

This is the sixth consecutive year that ��Ƶ and its North American subsidiaries have been recognized by the EPA with an ENERGY STAR Award. ��Ƶ was first awarded the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award in 2009 and 2010, and then attained the prestigious level of Sustained Excellence in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. ��Ƶ's accomplishments and long-term commitment to energy efficiency will be recognized at an EPA awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., on April 29.

"��Ƶ has earned EPA's highest ENERGY STAR award – the 2014 Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award – because of their unwavering commitment to helping consumers become increasingly more energy efficient," said Bob Perciasepe, Deputy Administrator, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

The EPA is recognizing ��Ƶ for its leadership in implementing a wide range of process improvements and energy management practices over several years. Since 2008, the company has improved energy intensity by 17 percent. In 2013, ��Ƶ businesses in North America were able to reduce their energy intensity (the amount of energy used to produce a unit of product) by 2.1 percent – equivalent to the amount of energy required to produce approximately 488 million typical glass containers or the energy required to make enough shingles for new roofs on over 700,000 typical houses or the energy used to provide insulation for about 100,000 typical homes. In addition, the energy savings achieved by the Company equate to avoiding more than 70,957 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions last year.

"We are deeply honored to be recognized by ENERGY STAR for our contributions for the sixth year in a row," continued Crowe. "This recognition represents the impact made by all of our family of companies in North America consisting of more than 19,000 employees and serves as a reminder of what we can accomplish when we work together to continually improve our practices and the products we manufacture to ultimately help create a more energy-efficient future for all."

Editor's Note: For two infographics detailing ��Ƶ's energy savings, please visit http://bit.ly/1lzNMdZ and http://bit.ly/OaItmC (Please credit ��Ƶ).

About ��Ƶ in North America

About ��Ƶ

��Ƶ, the world leader in the habitat and construction markets, designs, manufactures and distributes building materials, providing innovative solutions to the challenges of growth, energy efficiency and environmental protection. With 2013 sales of $55.8 billion, ��Ƶ operates in 64 countries and has approximately 187,000 employees.

About ENERGY STAR

ENERGY STAR was introduced by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 1992 as a voluntary market-based partnership to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through increased energy efficiency. Today, ENERGY STAR offers businesses and consumers energy-efficient solutions to save energy, money, and help protect the environment for future generations. 16,000 organizations are ENERGY STAR partners committed to improving the energy efficiency of products, homes, and buildings. For more information about ENERGY STAR, visit www.energystar.gov or call toll-free 1-888-STAR-YES (1-888-782-7937).

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��Ƶ in North America:
Dina Silver Pokedoff, APR
610-341-7031 (office)
484-919-2103 (mobile)
dina.pokedoff@saint-gobain.com

Brownstein Group for ��Ƶ in North America:
Nicole Gainer
267-238-4147 (office)
856-266-1707 (mobile)
ngainer@brownsteingroup.com

Publication Date:

Thursday, April 3, 2014

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Valley Forge

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USA

Article Type:

Awards & Recognition

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������Ƶ Corporation Recognized on Human Rights Campaign’s 2018 Corporate Equality Index

Drexel University Honors ������Ƶ with LeBow College of Business Social Impact Award

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About the ������Ƶ Corporation Foundation

About Drexel University

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Fairmount Park Conservancy Honors President of ������Ƶ with Centennial Award for Corporate Stewardship

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Fairmount Park Conservancy Honors President of ������Ƶ with Centennial Award for Corporate Stewardship

EPA Recognizes ������Ƶ's Leadership in Energy Conservation with ENERGY STAR Award for Seventh Consecutive Year; Fifth Year at Sustained Excellence Level

Philadelphia PRSA Recognizes ������Ƶ Corporation at 46th Annual Pepperpot Awards with Top Honors

New England Clean Energy Council Recognizes ������Ƶ with 2013 Employer of the Year Award

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About The New England Clean Energy Council and the NECEC Institute

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EPA Recognizes ������Ƶ's Leadership in Energy Conservation with ENERGY STAR Award for Sixth Consecutive Year; Fourth Year at Sustained Excellence Level

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About ������Ƶ

About ENERGY STAR

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��Ƶ North America - Awards & Recognition

��Ƶ Corporation Recognized on Human Rights Campaign’s 2018 Corporate Equality Index

Drexel University Honors ��Ƶ with LeBow College of Business Social Impact Award

About ��Ƶ in North America

About the ��Ƶ Corporation Foundation

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Fairmount Park Conservancy Honors President of ��Ƶ with Centennial Award for Corporate Stewardship

About ��Ƶ in North America

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Fairmount Park Conservancy Honors President of ��Ƶ with Centennial Award for Corporate Stewardship

EPA Recognizes ��Ƶ's Leadership in Energy Conservation with ENERGY STAR Award for Seventh Consecutive Year; Fifth Year at Sustained Excellence Level

Philadelphia PRSA Recognizes ��Ƶ Corporation at 46th Annual Pepperpot Awards with Top Honors

New England Clean Energy Council Recognizes ��Ƶ with 2013 Employer of the Year Award

About ��Ƶ in North America

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EPA Recognizes ��Ƶ's Leadership in Energy Conservation with ENERGY STAR Award for Sixth Consecutive Year; Fourth Year at Sustained Excellence Level

About ��Ƶ in North America

About ��Ƶ

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