Environmental
Cultivating Environmental Stewardship
Environmental
Our environmental management strategy is designed to tackle pollution, mitigate climate change, and drive sustainability across our operations.
Responsible Waste Management
Responsible waste management is a cornerstone of our environmental strategy at Filtrona. We are dedicated to minimising waste generation through optimised inventory management and production planning, adhering to a waste hierarchy that prioritises reduction, reuse, and recycling. By continuously auditing our waste practices and incorporating circular economy principles, we strive to turn waste into a valuable resource, driving significant reductions in landfill use and advancing towards a more sustainable future.
Energy Efficiency and Carbon Emission Reduction
Energy efficiency and carbon emission reduction are integral to Filtrona’s Vision 2028 ESG strategy. We are committed to cutting our carbon footprint through strategic investments in renewable energy and energy-efficient technologies. Our achievements include significant reductions in energy consumption and CO2 emissions, supported by innovative projects such as solar roof installations and upgrades to energy systems. As we advance towards our Net Zero target by 2050, our approach involves enhancing energy efficiency across all sites, integrating renewable sources, and engaging in continuous dialogue with stakeholders to drive progress in energy transition to decarbonization and overall sustainability.
Sustainable Portfolio
Filtrona is dedicated to evolving our product portfolio to meet the highest standards of sustainability. We focus on developing and offering environmentally responsible products that align with global sustainability trends, including plastic-free and biodegradable options. Our commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through strategic partnerships and innovation in materials, such as non-woven, plastic-free alternatives. By evaluating the entire lifecycle of our products and expanding our ECO Range, we aim to support our customers in making greener choices while advancing our goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
We are dedicated to reducing pollution and combating climate change by enhancing the sustainability of our operations and fostering innovation. By working together with our customers and partners, we are poised to make a substantial environmental impact as we serve customers in 120 countries worldwide.
Our Approach
Through innovation and partnerships, Filtrona’s sustainability journey is marked by a dynamic shift in product portfolio, a rigorous pursuit of circularity in materials, and reducing CO2 emission.
Outlook
Drive increased sustainability awareness across the organisation with sustainability campaigns.
Engage suppliers in our sustainability journey, launch our Sustainable Procurement policy and Supplier Code of Conduct.
Extend scope of product carbon footprint analysis for wider range of products.
Introduce 6 new ECO Range filters in 2024.
Effective waste management practices are essential to cut pollution related to our operation and safeguard employees’ health and safety by minimising unnecessary risks. Our goal is to minimise waste generated from our activity, and in a short-term to achieve Zero Waste To Landfill (ZWTL).
Our Approach
By optimising inventory management and production planning, we ensure resources are allocated judiciously, minimising waste right from the start.
Outlook
We aim for better integration of Circular economy concepts in our business practices e.g. raw material optimisation to prevent wastage, improve internal reuse and recycling of materials, engaging stakeholders (suppliers and customers) for materials use.
Finetune performance metrics for waste management and waste tracking & target setting.
Continue to maintain ZWTL practices.
Consider the waste impact in product innovations.
Energy management sits at the heart of our Vision 2028 ESG strategy and informs every aspect of our business planning, recognising its vital role in shaping our environmental footprint and greenhouse gas emissions. By reducing our energy usage and embracing renewable sources, we aim to substantially shrink the carbon footprint of our operations and lessen our contribution to climate change.
Our Approach
From this fundamental understanding, we derive our priorities and a strategic plan for decarbonisation and reducing energy consumption. We have charted an aggressive, long-term course centred on boosting energy efficiency and progressively expanding our renewable energy portfolio. Employing a structured, phased approach, we are committed to advancing steadily towards our environmental targets.
Outlook
Filtrona is dedicated to reaching our Net Zero emission target with plans recognised by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This key step confirms that the company’s decarbonisation strategy meets rigorous climate science standards. By 2040, we plan to achieve carbon neutrality for Scopes 1 and 2 emissions.
A key aspect of Filtrona’s strategy is Energy transition to decarbonization, which involves transitioning the electricity grid towards less carbon-intensive sources. This shift relies not just on technological advancements but also on sustained dialogue with authorities and energy providers to stay abreast of changes in carbon emission factors.
As compared to 2022, we will reduce our carbon emissions by
- 50% by 2030 (Scope 1, 2)
- All manufacturing sites to be carbon neutral by 2040 (Scope 1, 2)
- Net Zero emission by 2050 (Scope 1, 2, 3)
The implementation of energy efficiency projects is another cornerstone of our plan. By upgrading HVAC systems and air compressors, we aim to minimise energy loss and maximise efficiency. These practical steps are critical in reducing energy demand and, consequently, greenhouse gas emissions.
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