As HWI, a member of Calderys, our approach to sustainability is rooted in the shared philosophy and strategy of the Calderys Group. We are guided by three pillars, reflecting our collective commitment to people, to the planet, and to the long-term value we create for our customers and communities.

1. Committed to people

We strive to provide a safe workplace, foster an inclusive culture and contribute positively to the communities where we operate.

  • Through our safety programs and continuous improvement initiatives, we are committed to protecting the health and wellbeing of our employees and contractors.
  • We support employee development and community engagement programs that help create lasting value beyond our operations.

2. Accountable for our environmental footprint

We work to reduce the environmental impact of our operations while helping customers improve the efficiency and sustainability of their industrial processes.

Our Scope 1 & 2 emissions trajectory between 2021 and 2025 shows that the Group has broadly aligned with a pathway consistent with keeping global warming well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels. We aim to continue on this trajectory.

3. Responsible for sustainable growth

We create long-term value through ethical business practices and innovative refractory solutions that help customers improve efficiency, extend equipment life and reduce resource consumption.

Innovation for responsible offerings

HWI develops refractory solutions that support glass manufacturers in their decarbonization journey. Innovations such as high-efficiency refractory designs, large-format precast solutions and advanced laser mapping technologies help optimize furnace performance, reduce energy consumption and extend asset life.

Through the combined expertise of HWI and Calderys, customers benefit from innovative solutions designed to improve operational efficiency while supporting sustainability objectives across high-temperature industries.

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