Procter & Gamble

Water Savings at P&G Plant in Green Bay

The P&G Green Bay plant's commitment to water conservation through innovative water reuse technologies demonstrates a forward-thinking approach to sustainability. By effectively repurposing treated water and overcoming previous operational challenges, coupled with a significant reduction in freshwater intake and energy savings, the project shows superb environmental stewardship and operational efficiency.”

E+E Leader Judge

At Procter & Gamble, environmental sustainability is embedded across its operations, supply chain, and brands. The recipe for success is in the power of “and” – innovation that solves everyday problems through irresistible superiority that drives market growth and is more environmentally sustainable – helping to fulfill the company’s purpose of improving lives for generations to come.

At P&G’s Green Bay, Wisconsin plant, the team had a primary objective to reduce water use for site operations, which is crucial for both environmental sustainability and operational efficiency. New technology implementations conserved water and enhanced operational resilience. By focusing on innovative solutions, the project contributes to a circular economy model where resources are reused. This proactive approach mitigates environmental impacts and sets a precedent for other P&G facilities aiming to enhance their sustainability practices.

Decreasing the site's overall water consumption footprint aligns with broader P&G company sustainability ambitions:

Increase water efficiency by 35% per unit of production from 2010 baseline
Recycle and reuse 5 billion liters of water in P&G facilities annually

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