October 30, 2024: RTI was recognized as one of America’s Greenest Companies by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group in collaboration with GIST Impact. The ranking of America’s Greenest Companies recognizes the top 500 companies in the United States based on environmental sustainability.
"We are incredibly proud to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greenest Companies," said President and CEO Tim Gabel. "This recognition is a testament to authentically living our mission, including through our commitment to corporate responsibility and sustainability. At RTI, we strive to lead by example, fostering innovations that not only enhance the world around us but also create a brighter, more sustainable future for all."
RTI received four out of five stars and was awarded among large companies like Apple, Biogen, Cigna, General Mills, HP, Microsoft and more. The companies were evaluated and scored on more than 25 parameters based on the following four categories:
- Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions
- Water Usage
- Waste Generation
- Sustainability Data Disclosure and Commitments
“Newsweek, market-data research firm Plant-A Insights and GIST Impact are proud to announce ‘America’s Greenest Companies 2025,’ highlighting companies that are committed to reducing their environmental impact in key areas like greenhouse gas emissions, water management and waste reduction. This ranking highlights the companies that are leading the way in sustainability and preserving our planet for future generations,” said Nancy Cooper, Global Editor in Chief, Newsweek.
Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group recognized America’s Greenest Companies by conducting research and analysis of public data of U.S. organizations (both public and private) that meet the minimum standards set by the European Union.
The recognition underscores RTI’s commitment to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and our total GHG emissions to 60% by 2030 from 2019 levels and advance toward net zero emissions by 2050.