Sustainability
Together. Responsible.
At 3A Composites Europe, we’re continuously looking for ways to reduce our environmental impact.
We are always looking for ways to reduce our impact on the environment so that our customers can focus on their business without compromising on sustainability.
The ever-increasing demand for resources means it's crucial that we find ways to reduce waste and reuse what is already available. At all of our sites careful handling of our raw materials, caring for the environment and the people we work with is part of our daily routine. This is reflected in our health & safety, energy, environment and quality management systems which are certified by ISO. The EcoVadis sustainability ratings of our locations also emphasise our commitment to a more sustainable future.
We focus on four fields of action in the implementation of our sustainability strategy
Managing Greenhouse Gas Emissions
We are continuosly working to identify and implement measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across our operations and value chain. Our efforts focus on reviewing production processes, improving energy efficiency and assessing opportunities for emission reductions in cooperation with our suppliers and partners.
Developing innovative products
At 3A Composites, our special focus has always been on “research & development”. Our engineers are passionate about the panels we produce and about making existing products better or creating new products that offer our customers greater benefits in terms of quality, functionality, processing or life cycle.
Advancing a circular economy
At 3A Composites, we incorporate material recovery and recycling into our production processes. Production waste is collected and, where technically feasible, processed for reuse as raw material. We are also working on take-back and recycling solutions for selected products after use, in cooperation with specialised partners. The availability of these solutions depends on the product, location and applicable collection and recycling infrastructure. Please contact us for further information about available take-back and recycling options.
Fostering profitable business with customers & employees
Our focus is firmly on our customers and their needs. In the process of working towards the best possible products and first-rate solutions for their applications, we are able to innovate and break new ground together. The great dedication and passion which our employees invest in their work form the basis of this success.
Check out our sustainability stories
Embarking on the LCA journey
The contemporary urban power station
Harnessing the power of the sun
Sustainable development goals
Our sustainability management approach is aligned with several of the Sustainable Development Goals (Sustainable Development Goals / SDGs) of the United Nations (UN) and their associated targets. These goals came into effect on January 1st, 2016 as part of the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Following the UN framework, we are focusing on the four SDGs on which our company can have the biggest impact.
To help define the most important sustainability issues for 3A Composites Europe, we conducted a materiality analysis. Our materiality assessment helps us understand the relevance of the identified topics for our business as well as the environment. These topics have been derived from the corporate materiality analysis and adapted to our key markets.
Within these markets we have identified additional strategic measures to specifically address our customers' requirements in the area of sustainability. Our goal is to be the industry benchmark with our sustainability efforts and thus also to live up to our commitment as a brand leader. Click on one of the following market segments to learn more.
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“Sustainability is about immediate and decisive action, no matter how small, all these collective actions will ultimately have a big impact. Just start acting today.”
Haro Coolen
Director Sustainability Schweiter Technologies & 3A Composites Europe
