Commitment to Sustainability

PPG Fiber Glass is committed to being a leader in the fiberglass industry by finding “green” solutions that help improve sustainability in operations and product offerings.

PPG fiberglass is being used in energy markets, both traditional and renewal. Wind turbine blades and nacelles are made with Hybon® fiberglass, and PPG is researching the potential for using fiberglass in wind tower structures. Fiberglass scrubbers and stack liners aid in maintaining the structural integrity of coal stacks, while fiberglass bag houses help to filter air before its release into the atmosphere. Other solutions for air and water filtration also help to protect the environment. Also, the corrosion resistance and light weight of fiber glass helps increase the lifespan of gas and oil pipelines and makes them easier and more cost-efficient to transport.

The switch from using higher cost, heavier products such as aluminum and steel to using fiberglass and other composites helps make automobiles more fuel efficient. TufRov® is being used in injection molding to make vehicles lighter, reducing the amount of fuel consumed.

The Hoogezand facility implemented a recycling system, which reduces the use of raw materials while conserving energy in the glass melting process, helping to preserve natural resources, reduce transportation costs and decrease the amount of waste sent to landfills. PPG Fiber Glass has also reduced emissions by converting its furnaces to using oxygen-fuel combustion in the early 1990s. Further conversion to oxygen-fuel combustion furnaces is currently underway.

Building on the high strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion-resistant qualities of fiberglass, PPG Fiber Glass is committed to finding new ways its products can help make the world greener. To learn more about PPG’s dedication to sustainability, click here.