How we show up
Taking care of our environment
We continuously seek new ways to reduce our environmental footprint while maximizing our positive impact on the world around us. Our environmental programs are designed to:
- Reduce our waste to landfill through waste reduction, material reuse, and industrial recycling partnerships.
- Increase energy efficiency in our operations.
- Procure renewable electricity for our operations.
- Develop long-lasting products that have a minimal adverse effect on the environment.
- Develop durable and energy-efficient windows and doors.
Reducing our footprint
Our commitment to environmental responsibility has led us to pursue clean energy in several ways:
Xcel Energy's Renewable*Connect Program
We're partnering with Xcel Energy to invest in renewable energy sources that power five of our Minnesota facilities with 100% renewable electricity* and support further adoption of renewable energy across our operations.
*Renewable energy certificates (RECs) sourced from Xcel Energy’s Renewable*Connect program comprised of energy from wind and solar sources.
Eco Actions Partner
We're proud to be named an Eco Actions Partner of The Home Depot, described by The Home Depot as "manufacturers that are leading the effort and working on their own to advance sustainability. These companies are proactively seeking ways to make their products and their manufacturing processes safer for the environment, for our families and for the planet." Learn more on The Home Depot's Eco Actions website.
Product certifications
We evaluate the environmental inputs and outputs that occur with our products over the course of their entire lifecycle — from raw material extraction to end-of-life — and work to identify ways to improve their environmental impact at every stage.
Product certifications
2024 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence
Andersen Corporation, including its subsidiaries, has been named a 2024 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award winner.
The Sustained Excellence Award is the highest honor given by ENERGY STAR for continued leadership in protecting the environment through superior energy efficiency achievements.
U.S. Green Building Council
As a charter member of the U.S. Green Building Council, we are active supporters of certified green buildings. Our products can help customers achieve certifications such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), the National Green Building Standard, Green Globes, GreenStar and more.
Environmental Product Declaration
An Environmental Product Declaration® (EPD) is an independently verified and registered document that communicates transparent and comparable information about the lifecycle environmental impact of products.
The environmental impacts are evaluated through a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), which is a technique to assess environmental impacts associated with all the stages of a product's life. Impact categories include greenhouse gas emissions, water usage, ozone depletion potential, waste generated, and many others.
Passive House Institute
The PHIUS+ Certification Program is the leading passive building certification program in North America, verifying window data for professionals focused on high-performance building. Andersen A-Series tripe pane casement and picture windows have been verified by PHIUS, for details and downloadable documents, click here.
Available on the A-Series casement, picture windows, and Awning windows.
Indoor Advantage™️ Gold
Andersen certifies the vast majority of all products to the Indoor Advantage™️ Gold certification by SCS Global Services.
This means that our products meet the rigorous high standard for healthier indoor air quality set by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Standard Method.
Recycled Content
Fenestration Rating
Sustainability in the news
(Opens in a new tab)The Home Depot names Andersen its ‘Environmental Partner of the Year’
Andersen named The Home Depot’s 2025 Environmental Partner of the Year at its annual Innovation Awards. This prestigious honor recognizes our leadership in sustainable innovation, responsible manufacturing, and our commitment to delivering energy-efficient solutions that benefit both homeowners and trade professionals.
(Opens in a new tab)From Waste to Resource: Andersen's Bold Steps in Recycling and Sustainability
Andersen is proud to announce significant advancements in its waste reduction initiatives. Through innovative recycling programs, improved waste sorting and strategic partnerships, Andersen is making substantial progress towards reducing waste to landfill.
(Opens in a new tab)Andersen Launches Triple-Pane Option for 400 Series Windows in the Northeast
Experience the next level of energy efficiency with Andersen® 400 Series windows with triple-pane glass.
(Opens in a new tab)Andersen Commits to Renewable Electricity in Minnesota Facilities with Xcel Energy's Renewable*Connect Program
Andersen has begun utilizing renewable electricity in the company’s Minnesota facilities as part of Xcel Energy's Renewable*Connect program.
Corporate social responsibility
Andersen deploys a comprehensive strategic approach to driving sustainable improvements across our value chain — from the forest to our operations to the home to the communities where we live and work.
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