Achieving The Copper Mark demonstrates the highest standard of responsible production in the copper industry, a commitment to continuous improvement, and contribution toward the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Three of Southwire’s manufacturing sites – Denton, TX; Bremen, IN; Lafayette, IN - have received The Copper Mark.
It’s a great time to be in the electrical industry, and it’s an even better time to be at Southwire.
As one of North America’s leading wire and cable producers and an emerging influence in the electrical industry, our technologies are playing a leading role in electrifying the planet. We continually innovate products, engineered solutions, and services that enable our customers to deliver value for industries that include automotive and transit, renewable energy and electric utilities, mining and construction, and more. With a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and social responsibility, at Southwire, we’re powering transformation.
Our Vision
At Southwire, our employees are The People Behind the Power™ of what is possible. We seek to discover, develop and distribute strong and sustainable solutions that exceed the expectations of our stakeholders around the world. To achieve this vision, our sustainability approach leverages five core tenets that guide and ground our efforts.
Growing Green
We aim to reduce our environmental footprint as we grow and have a continued focus on environmental stewardship.
Learn MoreLiving Well
We work each day to enhance the lives of our team members by building a workplace that is safe, healthy and inclusive.
Learn MoreGiving Back
We strive to improve the quality of life in our communities and support causes that are important to our team members.
Learn MoreDoing Right
We foster an ethical culture with key values of mutual respect, integrity and honesty.
Learn MoreBuilding Worth
We build worth for our shareholders, customers and other stakeholders by achieving the highest quality and best service.
Learn MoreOur vision is to make Southwire generationally sustainable for the next 75 years and beyond.
Product Transparency
We collaborate with our customers to enhance product transparency and support LEED certification efforts. Southwire is a U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Member. Over 100 of our products have independently verified Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), representing over 90% of our wire and cable product categories sold.
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Sustainability News
Southwire Canada Named Among the 2024 Best Workplaces for Giving Back by Great Place to Work®
September 24, 2024
Southwire Canada is proud to announce that we have been recognized as one of the 2024 Best Workplaces for Giving Back by Great Place to Work®.
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Southwire Signs Contract for Solar System at North Campus Plant
September 18, 2024
Southwire is pleased to announce that it has signed an agreement with Statewide Renewable, a solar project developer, to install a solar array at its North Campus Plant.
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Electrification Starts Here – Unveiling the 2023 Southwire Sustainability Report
August 20, 2024
Recently, Southwire has released the 2023 sustainability report, which shares progress on Southwire’s commitment to our teams, communities and to the environment.
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