As a global leader in glass packaging, O-I Glass has once again demonstrated its commitment to sustainable glass packaging, earning positive scores from prominent ESG reporting agencies.
O-I has consistently maintained high-quality scores with ESG rating agencies, despite the increasing complexity and dynamic nature of the reporting landscape. This success is a testament to the company’s dedication to transparency and accountability in its sustainability practices.
CDP scores and Sustainalytics recognition
In 2024, O-I maintained B scores in both Climate Change and Water Security categories through CDP, which runs the world’s only independent environmental disclosure system.
Additionally, Sustainalytics, a leading ESG research, ratings, and data firm, recognized O-I as a strong performer in managing ESG risks with a “low risk” score.
These recognitions underscore O-I’s effective management of ESG risks and its dedication to sustainable business practices. The ratings also reinforce our position as a responsible and forward-thinking leader in glass packaging.
Sustainability reporting landscape
The sustainability reporting landscape has seen substantial changes, including increased scrutiny on accuracy and completeness due to impending regulatory ESG reporting requirements.
O-I has been proactive in addressing these challenges by systematically standardizing ESG data, benchmarking key topics, and improving performance across its 68 plants in 19 countries, with 21,000 employees.
The future of sustainable glass packaging
O-I’s sustainability efforts are multifaceted, focusing on various aspects of environmental and social responsibility. One of the company’s top priorities is decarbonizing glass manufacturing. This involves creating efficiencies in melting and refining processes, innovating furnace technologies, sourcing renewable energy, and increasing recycled content in our glass packaging. These initiatives are crucial in reducing the company’s carbon footprint and promoting a circular economy.
Employee safety and inclusion are also central to O-I’s sustainability strategy. The company is committed to ensuring the safety of all employees and creating an environment where they can bring their whole selves to work. This commitment is reflected in O-I’s comprehensive safety programs and initiatives aimed at fostering an inclusive workplace.