Our ambitions:
We want to reduce our footprint and our energy and clean water consumption. Our own waste water purification system ensures that the waste water at the production sites is clean enough to be drained via the sewer system. However, we can still take steps to reduce the consumption of clean water. The plan is to investigate this more thoroughly in 2019. For example, we are considering reusing cooling water through recirculation. The replacement of old central heating systems is also on the agenda for 2019.
Furthermore, we continue to search for the most environmentally friendly raw materials and products that are available on the market. In addition, we want to look at renewable raw materials. Where possible, we make more sustainable choices. The share of bio-based products within our range is still very limited at the moment. However, we can well imagine that customer demand and opportunities in the market will increase in the future. We therefore keep a close eye on the market trends.

Silicones are a versatile family of synthetic materials, which help increase efficiency of various products. They do so by increasing product lifespan and reducing energy consumption and water use over the total lifespan of the product. This in turn reduces the carbon footprint of those products during the silicones’ life cycle. Silicones are an enabler of energy saving technologies, such as solar panels and of a more efficient use of energy and materials in common applications, such as fiber glass coatings. The largest greenhouse gas emission reductions are seen in automotive, construction and solar energy applications.