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Owens Corning, a prominent name in the wholesale trade and commission trade services sector, is headquartered in the United States. Established in 1938, the company has grown to become a key player in the industry, serving diverse markets across North America and beyond. Its core business revolves around the manufacturing and distribution of building materials, including insulation, roofing, and fibreglass composites, recognised for their durability and innovative qualities.
With a strong market presence and a history of strategic milestones, Owens Corning has earned a reputation for quality and reliability. Its extensive product portfolio and commitment to sustainable practices position it as a leader within the wholesale trade industry, supporting construction and manufacturing sectors with specialised, high-performance solutions.
+26 vs industry average
Owens Corning’s score of 53 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Wholesale Trade has below-average carbon intensity
The Wholesale Trade industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Owens Corning, a US-based company in the wholesale trade and commission trade services industry, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 8.66 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1.66 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 746.60 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 6.26 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back, Owens Corning's emissions have shown a general downward trend in recent years. In 2023, total emissions were about 9.43 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 2.11 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 730.17 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at roughly 6.59 billion kg CO2e. In 2022, total emissions stood at around 10.17 billion kg CO2e, consisting of approximately 2.31 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1, 807.49 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 7.06 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3.
Owens Corning has committed to several climate targets. The company aims for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 market-based greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using a 2018 base year. Additionally, Owens Corning has a goal to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030, also from a 2018 base year. These targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C. Owens Corning also states an aim to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 for Scope 1 and Scope 2.
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50% reduction in Scope 1
Owens Corning commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
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50% reduction in Scope 2
Owens Corning commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
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30% reduction in scope 3 total
Owens Corning also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 30% within the same timeframe.
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