Wedoany.com Report-Nov. 7, Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK) announced that its Westlake Polyethylene manufacturing site in Sulphur, Louisiana, has achieved the International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS certification. The certification includes mass balance recognition, confirming that the facility has established reliable systems for tracking and managing alternative raw materials throughout the polymer production process to advance sustainability and transparency goals.

“The ISCC PLUS certification at our Polyethylene site in Sulphur, Louisiana is an important milestone in our commitment to deliver more sustainable solutions for our customers,” said Amy Moore, Vice President – Olefins & Polyethylene. “This certification recognizes our expanding portfolio of innovative polymers with recycled or renewable content in support of a circular economy. The ISCC PLUS certification confirms and helps accelerate our progress as an industry leader in producing polymers with attributed bio or circular content and reduced carbon footprints.”

Westlake stated that several of its other manufacturing sites have previously obtained ISCC PLUS certification for their products. This progress reflects the company’s continuous effort to improve production efficiency, promote responsible manufacturing practices, and enhance environmental performance. Through these certifications, Westlake is able to offer polymer products with improved sustainability profiles and increased transparency in material sourcing.

The company’s polyethylene business provides a broad portfolio of solutions, including low-density polyethylene (LDPE), linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE), ethylene vinyl acetate copolymers (EVA), and various specialty polyethylene (PE) products. These materials are widely used across sectors such as food and flexible packaging, agricultural films, and multiple industrial applications. By incorporating renewable and recycled materials, Westlake aims to support its customers in achieving their own environmental and circular economy objectives.

The ISCC PLUS certification demonstrates Westlake’s growing role in advancing sustainable polymer innovation while maintaining product quality and performance. It also underlines the company’s commitment to developing new material solutions that reduce carbon emissions and support global sustainability initiatives.

Headquartered in Houston, Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products serving industries in Asia, Europe, and North America. The company provides essential components for various sectors, including construction, packaging, healthcare, automotive, and consumer goods.

Through continuous innovation and certification achievements such as ISCC PLUS, Westlake continues to strengthen its position as a responsible global materials producer. The recognition of its Sulphur site highlights the company’s progress toward environmental responsibility and its contribution to creating a more sustainable manufacturing framework for the polymer and chemical industries.