Southwire Achieves First LEED Certification for Manufacturing Plant

Bremen Industrial Plant earns LEED Silver for sustainable design and operations.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 7:08pm

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A high-end, photorealistic studio still-life photograph featuring a collection of sleek, modern industrial materials and components arranged elegantly on a clean, white seamless background, conceptually representing Southwire's commitment to sustainable manufacturing and environmental leadership.Southwire's Bremen Industrial Plant earns LEED Silver certification, signaling the company's dedication to sustainable manufacturing and environmental stewardship.Northampton Today

Southwire, a leading wire and cable manufacturer, has achieved its first LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification for its Bremen Industrial Plant in Massachusetts. The facility was awarded LEED Silver certification by the U.S. Green Building Council for implementing sustainable strategies in areas like site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental quality.

Why it matters

LEED certification is a globally recognized standard for green building leadership, signaling that a facility has undergone rigorous third-party verification to meet the highest sustainability standards. This achievement aligns with Southwire's commitment to generational sustainability and demonstrates the company's efforts to build new manufacturing sites to the highest quality and environmental standards.

The details

During the Bremen plant's design and construction, the Southwire team worked closely with contractors to implement various sustainability improvements, such as individualized HVAC and lighting for offices, using light-colored roofing to reduce the urban heat island effect, capturing rainwater, and reducing light pollution in the parking lots.

  • The Bremen Industrial Plant achieved LEED Silver certification in April 2026.

The players

Southwire

A leading wire and cable manufacturer that is committed to generational sustainability and building new facilities to the highest standards of quality and environmental responsibility.

U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)

The organization that developed the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) green building rating system, which is the most widely used green building certification program in the world.

Peter Templeton

President and CEO of the U.S. Green Building Council.

Jason Nine

Director of Process Technology Optimization at Southwire.

Casey Long

Vice President of Manufacturing at Southwire.

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What they’re saying

“LEED certification is the ultimate recognition of global green building leadership, signaling that a space has undergone rigorous third-party verification and meets the highest green building standards.”

— Peter Templeton, President and CEO, U.S. Green Building Council

“We are proud to see the Bremen Industrial Plant lead the way as Southwire's first manufacturing facility to be awarded LEED Silver. It is important to us to support Southwire's commitment to generational sustainability by building new sites to the highest standard of quality, excellence and environmental and human health.”

— Jason Nine, Director of Process Technology Optimization, Southwire

“Southwire not only 'talks the talk' but actually 'walks the walk.' This is another example of Southwire doing well by doing good. I am proud of the Bremen team and our partners for delivering a result that strengthens our sustainability goals today and in the future.”

— Casey Long, Vice President of Manufacturing, Southwire

What’s next

Southwire plans to continue its focus on sustainable manufacturing practices and aims to achieve LEED certification for additional facilities in the future.

The takeaway

Southwire's achievement of LEED Silver certification for its Bremen Industrial Plant demonstrates the company's commitment to environmental sustainability and leadership in the manufacturing industry. This certification signals Southwire's dedication to building new facilities that prioritize green design, energy efficiency, and the health and well-being of its employees and the surrounding community.