Growing Green
We aim to reduce our environmental footprint, even as we sustain our business and the communities in which we live and work. We recognize that our success depends on the conscientious use of the finite resources of our planet, and we maintain a deep commitment to responsible growth and actively integrating environmental priorities into our core operations.
Our Approach
Goal for Scope 3 emissions reductions established
5% reduction in annual energy consumption achieved in 2022
$200,000+ in annual savings and 78,000+ pounds of plastic diverted from landfills through plastic reel recovery and reuse initiative
$16,900+ in annual savings and 54,000+ pounds of plastic diverted from landfills through use of Vanish® Stretch-film at Carrollton Building Wire plant
Waste minimization efforts underway at Heflin, Alabama, facility
10% annual water usage reduction at El Paso, Texas, plant
Our Carbon Zero Objective
Our Carbon Zero objective is to achieve 100% carbon neutral energy for our operations by 2025 (against a 2018 baseline). With the need for climate action more urgent than ever before, we’re energized to tackle our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across all three scopes. In 2022, we raised the bar by establishing our first Scope 3 emissions reduction goal.
Learn more about our collaborations with suppliers, customers, and others to reduce our carbon footprint and work toward our Carbon Zero objective.
2025 Goal
Achieve 100% carbon neutral energy for our operations
Seven Ways We’re Reducing Our GHG Emissions
Making the Most of the Earth’s Natural Resources
From metals to packaging to production materials, we take a circular approach to reduce our environmental impact in order to “close the loop” on the products we create and the materials we use. Where practicable, we incorporate recycled, biodegradable, or otherwise sustainable content into our products and packaging and enable material reuse when our products reach end-of-life. It’s the right thing to do for our ecosystems and climate — and it’s a smart, sustainable, and cost-effective way to continue Growing Green.
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Sustainability News
Southwire to Host Drive-Thru Toy Collection Drive in Carrollton
November 16, 2023
Southwire is excited to announce the return of its annual Toy Drive benefiting Toys for Tots on Thursday, Dec. 7, and Friday, Dec. 8, in Carrollton, Ga. from 7:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. (EST).
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Southwire Announces Partnership with READY Robotics
November 08, 2023
Southwire is pleased to announce a partnership with READY Robotics, a pioneer in cutting-edge automation solutions that overcome the obstacles faced by manufacturers, to deploy automation at five of the company’s facilities.
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Southwire Joins ENERGY STAR® Program in Partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
October 18, 2023
Supporting the company's intent to be a leader in sustainability, Southwire has joined the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program.
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Southwire’s Huntersville Plant Recognized for the Eighth Year with Air Compliance Excellence (ACE) Award
October 02, 2023
Southwire’s facility in Huntersville, N.C., has again been recognized for its efforts in achieving compliance with air quality permits by receiving the annual Air Compliance Excellence (ACE) Award.
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