On the right track: over the course of 2023, detailed carbon accounting (corporate carbon footprint) for Scopes 1 and 2 was realised for the first 13 locations in Europe. This project also involves the challenge of making the different measurement and recording methods and thus the site-specific data comparable. In future, this CO₂ reporting will be extended to other locations.
Optimizing energy efficiency and use of resources
Examples from building management
Optimized lighting
Improvements to external lighting and lighting in corridors, halls, parking facilities, and stairwells.
Cooler temperatures
Lower temperature levels when the heating is on. Adjusted preset temperatures in the engineering rooms. Temperature and humidity control deactivated.
Optimized ventilation
Ventilation systems in production workshops and office buildings switched off at weekends.
Photovoltaic systems on all new buildings (as far as possible)
By producing our own electricity and running in-house combined heat and power plants, we are not only protecting the environment – we are also easing the strain on power supplies for the general public, which is important at times of crisis.
Always keeping an eye open for new energy concepts
We are always looking for innovative, sustainable energy concepts. We regularly review and evaluate new methods of energy generation that may be of interest to us.
Green roofs
Extensive areas of green roofs on our buildings provide a valuable habitat for plants and insects. The roofs are planted with various types of sedum that require little upkeep and no irrigation.
Wildflower meadows in Bruchsal and Graben-Neudorf
Ecologically valuable habitats covering a total area of more than 6300 square meters have been created with a carefully selected range of plants. The soil also helps to store carbon and the meadows do not need to be irrigated.
Rainwater usage and infiltration
Rainwater is collected in reservoirs and used for irrigation, and all precipitation water is returned to the natural water cycle via an infiltration pit.