Production sites
The sustainable production of tomorrow is not only achieved through the use of renewable energies and improved energy efficiency – the careful use of resources and the highest safety standards for employees in the workplace also contribute to this. In order to continuously improve the sustainability performance of all production sites, Stannol has systematically introduced and implemented appropriate measures since 2019.
Vehicle fleet
Stannol's ISO 14001 target was to reduce the average CO2 emissions of its fleet from 145 g/km to below 100 g/km.
Goal achieved
This target was achieved through a consistent fleet strategy that systematically transitions the vehicle fleet to e-mobility. As a result, emissions from the fleet have been reduced by more than 50 percent.
Appropriate charging infrastructure has been installed at both production sites in Velbert and Schrobenhausen, with further expansion planned. The current share of electric vehicles is just under 60 percent.
Resource efficiency consulting project
In October 2021, Stannol launched the “Resource Efficiency Consulting” project. This was a partially funded special programme, “Circular Economy and Resource Efficiency”, carried out in cooperation with the North Rhine-Westphalia State Agency for Nature, Environment and Consumer Protection and the Efficiency Agency NRW.
As part of the project, processes and structures were comprehensively analysed to identify potential for improving resource efficiency and reducing consumption. Together with experts, various fields of action were defined and corresponding measures derived.
The resulting action plan continues to form the basis for the ongoing development of our efficiency and sustainability activities. Through regular exchange with the Efficiency Agency NRW as well as sustainability-oriented networks and communities, we continuously review consumption- and efficiency-related topics and gradually implement corresponding technical and organisational improvements.
Our aim is to develop processes sustainably, use resources efficiently and continuously improve our environmental performance. Through ongoing knowledge transfer and the integration of new technological approaches, we create the foundation for future-oriented and sustainable corporate development.
Specific energy efficiency measures
To continuously improve the sustainability and energy efficiency performance of all production sites, Stannol has for several years been systematically implementing technical, organisational and infrastructural measures to reduce energy, water and resource consumption.
Measures already implemented and continuously developed include:
- converting lighting to energy-efficient LED technology
- installing ceiling fans to optimise heat distribution in production areas
- using sustainable packaging solutions in warehouse and shipping operations
- using green electricity at the Velbert and Schrobenhausen production sites
- participating in the “Emission-Neutral Transport” programme of our main logistics provider
- switching to biogas and using energy sources that have already been offset
- reducing water consumption through the use and optimisation of flow meters
- installing intelligent heating controls and smart radiator thermostats
- reducing heat losses through structural improvements such as seals and strip curtains
- implementing technical improvements to production equipment, for example covers on melting pots or insulation of heating pipes
- implementing measures for the ecological design and renaturation of outdoor areas
Carbon footprint
We are aware that, as a manufacturing company, we can make an important contribution to reducing emissions in Germany. One of our goals is therefore to significantly reduce climate-damaging gases in the long term. To this end, we have been preparing a carbon footprint since 2019 (base year) using the free ecocockpit accounting tool from Effizienz-Agentur NRW, which is based on the GHG Protocol standard.
This assessment gives us a better overview of our emissions. We initially focus on our direct emissions and balance the company's Scope 1 and 2 CO2 emissions.
We have offset the remaining emissions through a climate protection contribution. This went to the non-profit organisation Primaklima, This went to the non-profit organisation Primaklima, which stood out due to its focus on reforestation projects, social aspects, and a friendly, credible approach to communication. The projects are verified and some are located in Germany.
