2024 Sustainability Report

A year of progress and collaboration

Gulf Coast Growth Ventures (GCGV) is a world-scale petrochemical facility producing polymers and polymer raw materials that make high performance, everyday products for modern society.

In 2024, Paul Fritsch received the distinguished

Gerald R. Ehrman Award

 from the Texas Chemistry Council, which recognizes one plant manager who has demonstrated outstanding leadership in safety management.
25 site tours conducted for

300+

community members, students and elected officials.
An introduction from GCGV President and Site Manager Paul Fritsch
Paul Fritsch

GCGV President & Site Manager

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As the Mayor of Portland, Texas, I believe strong communities are built on collaboration, and Gulf Coast Growth Ventures has been a committed community partner. I appreciate GCGV’s ongoing efforts to engage with local stakeholders and invest in initiatives that benefit our community. I also recognize and value that members of GCGV’s senior management have chosen to make Portland their home, and I am confident that GCGV will remain an important economic driver while operating responsibly for the well-being of our region.
Cathy Skurow

Mayor of Portland

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  • Environmental stewardship

    Environmental stewardship is a core value in our daily operations and community investment, and we have a passion for continuous improvement.

  • Health & safety

    We maintain a highly experienced team and a suite of resources to ensure we are the safest facility we can be.

  • Quality of life

    We aim to improve quality of life, enhance economic benefits and drive opportunities locally.

  • Education & workforce development

    Investing in people.