Biography: 

Petra Inghelbrecht is a sustainability leader in the European composites sector, currently at Owens Corning, where she champions circular glass fiber solutions. With over 25 years of experience, Petra has advanced sustainability strategies and innovative business models across various industries. She holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from KU Leuven, specializing in environmental sciences. Petra has held key positions at Johnson & Johnson, INEOS, and Sweco, developing sustainability initiatives aligned with corporate objectives. Petra collaborates with industry associations like Plastics Europe and Cefic, contributing to industrial policies centered on sustainability. As a thought leader, she drives meaningful change and inspires circularity in business models. Her work at Owens Corning highlights her commitment to reducing carbon footprints and fostering a sustainable future in the composites industry.

About Owens Corning;

Some 85 years ago, Owens Corning discovered commercially viable processes for making glass fibers. In doing so, we didn’t just create glass fiber reinforcements; we pioneered the composites industry. Ours is a tale of innovation and growth spurred by ingenuity, invention, and strong partnerships build over decades. Our materials have inspired innovations and provided essential utility, comfort, and safety via thousands of applications across global markets. They opened new worlds and enabled us to more responsibly care for our own. In short, glass fibers quietly became a driving force a literal thread traveling through history. Today, our materials make vehicles lighter and capable of complying with increasingly stringent environmental standards. They reinforce and prevent corrosion in bridges and pipes. And they make possible the construction of longer, lighter wind blades that deliver clean energy.