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Today Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) announced that Westlake Compounds LLC has been awarded the esteemed EcoVadis Bronze Medal for its commitment to improved environmental sustainability and management. This accolade places Westlake Compounds LLC among the top 35% of companies assessed by EcoVadis globally.

Westlake Innovations, Inc., a subsidiary of Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK), today announced the company has invested in Universal Matter, Inc. The Burlington, Ontario-based company’s vision is to become the leading supplier of high-quality and sustainable graphene and advanced materials to help decarbonize the planet. Westlake’s action builds upon the company’s commitment to helping develop a more sustainable future through continuous improvement its own manufacturing as well as strategic investments in innovative technologies and startup firms.

Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) today announced that Mr. Roger A. Cregg has been appointed to the company’s board of directors. Mr. Cregg succeeds Mr. Marius A. Haas who, as previously disclosed, informed the board that he intended to retire from the board effective upon the appointment of his successor. Mr. Haas’ retirement from the board was effective on December 10, 2024.

Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) today released its 2023 Sustainability Report, the company’s seventh voluntary annual update on sustainability innovations in products and continuous improvement in operations. The report also expands on the Company’s contributions to local communities as well as advancements in employee collaboration and professional development.

The Board of Directors of Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) today declared a regular dividend distribution of $0.525 per share for the third quarter of 2024. This dividend will be payable on December 12, 2024, to stockholders of record on November 26, 2024.

Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) (the "Company" or "Westlake") today announced third quarter 2024 results.

Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) will release its third quarter 2024 earnings prior to the market opening on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. The company will host a conference call at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (10:00 a.m. Central Time) on the same day to discuss the earnings release.

Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) today announced that Westlake Global Compounds businesses and operating sites outside of the U.S. - Westlake Compounds Holdings, S.A.S. - have been awarded the esteemed EcoVadis Silver Medal, reflecting the company’s commitment to improved environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility. This accolade places these Westlake Global Compounds sites among the top 15% of companies assessed by EcoVadis globally over the past year. EcoVadis is the world’s largest and most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings and evaluates companies globally on their corporate social responsibility performance using international standards like the Global Reporting Initiative, the United Nations Global Compact, and ISO 26000.

Westlake Global Compounds and Westlake Dimex, business units of Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK), today announced the launch of “Choose Pink,” a pilot polyvinyl chloride (PVC) recycling program with Houston Methodist. The program is the first-of-its-kind at a health care system in Houston and will take place at the Outpatient Center (OPC) at Houston Methodist Hospital, the hospital’s flagship location in the Texas Medical Center.

The Board of Directors of Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) today declared a regular dividend distribution of $0.525 per share for the second quarter of 2024. This dividend will be payable on September 5, 2024, to stockholders of record on August 20, 2024.

Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) (the "Company" or "Westlake") today announced second quarter 2024 results.

Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) will release its second quarter 2024 earnings prior to the market opening on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. The company will host a conference call at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (10:00 a.m. Central Time) on the same day to discuss the earnings release.

Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) (the “Company” or “Westlake”) today announced that Jean-Marc Gilson, who most recently served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation, has been appointed by the Board of Directors to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer of Westlake. Jean-Marc Gilson succeeds Albert Chao, who will transition to become Executive Chairman of the Westlake Board of Directors. James Chao, the current Chairman of the Board, will become Senior Chairman of the Westlake Board of Directors. These appointments take effect today.

This year, a particularly large number of plastics converters took part in the annual polymer producers’ assessment sponsored by the Polymers for Europe Alliance. All polymers users in Europe had until mid-May to vote and rate their polymer suppliers' performance during the past 12 months. Following this year's key criteria delivery reliability, circularity, quality, communication, innovation and commitment to the European Market, Westlake Vinnolit won the PVC category with 92% of the vote. "We are delighted with this great success and would like to thank our customers for their continued trust and inspiration," said Dr. Karl-Martin Schellerer, Senior Vice President, Westlake Performance and Essential Materials - Europe and Asia, and Managing Director of Westlake Vinnolit. "At the same time, this is the greatest incentive for us to continue to improve."

Westlake Innovations, Inc., a subsidiary of Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK), today announced the company has invested in the Blackhorn Industrial Impact Fund II. The fund seeks to invest in 40 capital-efficient companies enabling the decarbonization of the toughest-to-transition sectors in the U.S. economy. Westlake’s action builds upon the company’s commitment to helping develop a more sustainable future through continuous improvement of its own manufacturing as well as strategic investments in innovative technologies and startup firms.

Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) today announced that Westlake Epoxy’s European business has been awarded a 2024 Gold Medal from EcoVadis. This award positions Westlake Epoxy among the top 5% of businesses in the chemical industry receiving this esteemed recognition from EcoVadis. EcoVadis is the world’s largest and most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings and evaluates companies globally on their corporate social responsibility (CSR) performance using international standards like the Global Reporting Initiative, the United Nations Global Compact, and ISO 26000.

Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) will host a teach-in today focused on its Housing and Infrastructure Products (“HIP”) businesses beginning at 9:00 AM Eastern Time. The event will include formal presentations and a Q&A panel session with senior leadership and is expected to conclude around 1:00 PM Eastern Time.

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a division of Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK), has announced plans to build a new molecular-oriented polyvinyl chloride (PVCO) pipe plant at its manufacturing site in Wichita Falls, Texas. The facility expansion marks a significant milestone in Westlake's commitment to growth, innovation, and job creation in the region.

Westlake Pipe & Fittings announces the grand opening of a new distribution center in Lakeland, Florida, a milestone in the company’s strategic expansion efforts.

The Board of Directors of Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) today declared a regular dividend distribution of 50 cents per share for the first quarter of 2024. This dividend will be payable on June 6, 2024, to stockholders of record on May 21, 2024.

Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK), a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products, will showcase its solutions that enhance your life every day at NPE 2024 in OCCC West Hall Booth 203 ABC, to be held from May 6-10 in Orlando, Florida.

Commercial pools around the country will soon open, ushering in the start of the summer season. In recognition of National Water Safety Month, which began on May 1st, Westlake Water Solutions, a business unit of Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK); and NSF International, a leading public health and safety organization that provides testing and standards, are reminding health inspectors and pool operators about the importance of using properly specified chlorine tablets in their certified sanitizing systems.

Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) (the "Company" or "Westlake") today announced first quarter 2024 results.

Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) announced today that Westlake Epoxy will launch several new lower yellowing epoxy products at the American Coatings Show 2024, to be held in Indianapolis, Indiana (USA) from April 30 to May 2, 2024.

Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) will release its first quarter 2024 earnings prior to the market opening on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. The company will host a conference call at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (10:00 a.m. Central Time) on the same day to discuss the earnings release.