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PPG (NYSE:PPG) has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first U.S.-based coatings company to receive third-party certification for its sustainability measurement tools. The company's in-house tools for cradle-to-gate product carbon footprint (PCF) measurement and life cycle assessment (LCA) have been validated to ISO standards by WAP Sustainability Consulting. Additionally, PPG's environmental product declaration (EPD) process has been certified by the International EPD system.

This certification enables PPG to expedite the delivery of EPDs, PCFs, and LCAs, making these tools globally accessible to employees for enhanced customer service. The company, which reported net sales of $15.8 billion in 2024, operates in more than 70 countries, serving construction, consumer products, industrial, and transportation markets.

PPG (NYSE:PPG) has been recognized in Newsweek's World's Greenest Companies 2025 list, which features the top 750 publicly listed companies across 26 countries for environmental sustainability performance. The company reported significant progress toward its 2030 sustainability targets in 2024, including 41% of sales from sustainably advantaged products, 18% reduction in scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions, and 48% of process waste sent to reuse, recycle and recovery.

The evaluation, conducted by GIST and Plant-A Insights Group, assessed over 8,000 companies based on greenhouse gas emissions, water usage, waste generation, and sustainability data disclosures. PPG, which reported net sales of $15.8 billion in 2024, operates in more than 70 countries serving construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets.

PPG (NYSE:PPG) has been named one of "Europe's Best Employers 2025" by the Financial Times, based on an independent survey conducted by Statista. The recognition stems from recommendations by both PPG employees and industry peers at companies with at least 500 European employees. The company, which reported net sales of $15.8 billion in 2024, employs approximately 45,000 people globally and operates in more than 70 countries. PPG specializes in developing paints, coatings, and specialty materials for construction, consumer products, industrial, and transportation markets.

PPG (NYSE:PPG) has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting significant progress toward its 2030 sustainability targets. The company achieved 41% of sales from sustainably advantaged products and an 18% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions within its operations. Notable achievements include a 6% reduction in value chain emissions, 48% of process waste being reused or recycled, and a 28% reduction in water intensity at priority sites in water-stressed areas. The company's sustainability initiatives have led to concrete results, such as their PPG ENVIRO-PRIME® EPIC200X solution helping a customer reduce CO2 emissions by 3,500 metric tons annually. PPG also reported 98% of key suppliers assessed against sustainability criteria and invested $16.4 million in the COLORFUL COMMUNITIES® initiative since 2015.

PPG (NYSE: PPG) has announced a $380 million investment to construct a new aerospace coatings and sealants manufacturing facility in Shelby, North Carolina. The 198,000-square-foot facility, to be built on a 62-acre site, will begin construction in October 2025 with completion expected in the first half of 2027. The plant will create over 110 new jobs and produce PPG's complete line of aerospace coatings and sealants.

The strategic investment aims to meet growing aerospace industry demands, with the facility's location offering improved supply chain and shipping logistics. The plant will incorporate advanced manufacturing technologies focused on reducing environmental impact while maintaining quality and safety standards.

PPG reported Q1 2025 financial results with net sales of $3.7 billion, showing a 4% decrease from the previous year. The decline was primarily due to 3% unfavorable foreign currency translation and 2% impact from business divestitures, though organic sales grew by 1%.

Key financial highlights:

• Earnings per share: $1.64 (reported) and $1.72 (adjusted)
• Segment margin: 16.5%
• Share repurchases: $400 million
• Net debt: $5.4 billion

The Performance Coatings segment showed strong results with 9% organic growth, particularly in aerospace and marine coatings. The company maintained its full-year earnings guidance of $7.75 to $8.05 per share. Regional performance varied, with 4% organic growth in the U.S., stable demand in Europe, and positive growth in Asia Pacific. The company's cost-saving initiatives are expected to deliver $75 million in annual savings.

PPG (NYSE:PPG) has announced the election of Leon J. Topalian to its board of directors, effective July 16, 2025. Topalian, who currently serves as chair, president and CEO of Nucor , will join PPG's Audit Committee and Sustainability and Innovation Committee.

Topalian brings nearly 30 years of experience with Nucor, North America's largest steel producer, where he has held various leadership positions including chair since 2022 and president and CEO since 2020. His previous roles included president and COO, executive vice president of Beam and Plate Products, and vice president.

The appointment aims to strengthen PPG's board expertise and support its growth strategy. PPG, headquartered in Pittsburgh, operates in over 70 countries and reported net sales of $15.8 billion in 2024, serving construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets.

PPG (NYSE:PPG) reported its 2024 performance during the annual shareholders meeting, achieving net sales of $15.8 billion and a 6% increase in adjusted EPS. The company delivered record results in aerospace coatings, automotive refinish coatings, and architectural coatings Latin America.

In 2024, PPG returned $1.4 billion to shareholders, including $620 million in dividends and $750 million in stock repurchases (approximately 3% of outstanding shares). The company maintained its 53-year streak of consecutive dividend increases and 125-year history of uninterrupted annual dividends.

Key achievements include divesting silicas products and architectural coatings U.S. and Canada businesses, accelerating digital transformation, and achieving 41% of total sales from sustainably advantaged solutions. The company expects organic sales growth in the second half of 2025, supported by recently won share gains.