O-I Earns High Marks for Commitment to Health of the Planet and its People
O-I consistently earns high marks for prioritizing the health of people and the planet, and the company’s commitment is recognized in the most recent Cradle to Cradle Certified™ scorecard. Cradle to Cradle Certified is a globally recognized program that reviews and scores products across various industries based on five categories: material health, material reuse, renewable energy and carbon management, water stewardship, and […]
O-I Sponsors the 2019 LPGA Marathon in Aid of Children
This July marks 35 years that O-I sponsors the LPGA Marathon Classic. This Toledo, OH-based tournament is the largest sporting event in the area and attracts people of all ages to watch professional women golfers compete from around the world. With the support of over 1,500 volunteers and 400 local businesses, such as O-I, this tournament has raised […]
O-I México: Three Years Evolving As A Socially Responsible Company
During the XII Latin American Meeting of Socially Responsible Companies organized by the Mexican Center for Philanthropy (CEMEFI) and the Alliance for Corporate Social Responsibility (AliarSE), O-I Americas Central received the distinction of Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR). For the third year in a row, our Mexico locations were recognized with this prestigious honor, which represents a […]
O-I Showed Its Sustainable Side In The Juice Market
The International Fruit and Vegetable Juice Association (IFU) held its annual Convention where they discussed different issues that affect the juice industry, including the sustainability of their packaging. Every day, customers and consumers of the food and beverage industries are more demanding in terms of sustainable packaging production, and at O-I, we are aware of this, that’s […]
O-I Partners with New Non-Profit, Glass Recycling Foundation
A new non-profit organization will focus solely on funding glass recycling initiatives. The Glass Recycling Foundation (GRF) was officially launched April 16 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, only 60 miles north of O-I’s Global Headquarters. Jim Nordmeyer, VP, Global Sustainability represents O-I on GRF’s board and joins other industry experts in an effort to raise funds […]
Employees Engage in United Way Across the Globe
United Way’s mission is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around the world to advance the common good. Here at O-I, we believe in that mission and are engaged in various United Way campaigns throughout the year. We’re safe, responsible and active in our communities, which gives us a lot to […]
O-I Melbourne’s Dash and Splash Results in Cash for Sick Children
Does the thought of choppy seas, extreme heat and more than 6,500 competitors on your heels sound like a fun way to spend your weekend morning? It did for the Melbourne O-I Corporate Triathlon team on Sunday, March 3. Fifty-four employees braved 38 degree Celsius heat (that’s 100 degrees Fahrenheit for our international friends) and […]
Casse Rose Selected to Receive National Women in Manufacturing STEP Ahead Award
Perrysburg, Ohio (March 1, 2019)– The Manufacturing Institute today released the names of recipients for its annual Science, Technology, Engineering and Production (STEP) Ahead Awards. Casse Rose, Director of Quality for O-I’s Americas North operations, was selected for demonstrating excellence and leadership. “Being part of O-I has given me tremendous opportunities professionally and personally,” said Rose […]
France Recycling Fund Fights Cancer
O-I is raising money for cancer research and patient support through glass recycling in France. For every tonne of glass collected annually, O-I, donates funds to La Ligue Contre le Cancer (The League Against Cancer). In 2018, our efforts raised €88,660 for La Ligue Contre la Cancer, five percent more than the previous year, which […]
Kids Share in O-I’s Commitment to Community
The Toledo Zoo is home to more than 10,000 individual animals representing over 720 species from around the globe. When you visit, it’s like traveling around the world in a single trip. Therefore, when the kids from Sodt Elementary in Monroe, Michigan had the opportunity to visit through “Companies for Kids,” it was a journey […]
