Our path to climate neutrality: Together for a sustainable future
aconnic is shaping a sustainable future by developing innovative technologies and products to effectively reduce CO2 emissions. Our company has set itself ambitious climate targets and is acting decisively to achieve them. We have pulled out all the stops to take responsibility for our environment and society.
Our corporate strategy includes a clear commitment to climate neutrality and the promotion of the circular economy. We see our environmental impact along the entire value chain and support our customers on their path to climate neutrality and circularity.
Our sustainability efforts focus on energy efficiency, resource conservation and the continuous reduction of emissions, including CO2 emissions.
We have a clear goal of being carbon neutral by 2030 and are working hard to achieve this goal.
We take responsibility for the environment and society
At aconnic, sustainability is more than just a buzzword – it’s a promise that is deeply rooted in our corporate culture. We have a responsibility for the environment and society, and climate protection is at the top of our agenda.
We are driven by our passion for protecting the climate and our environment. We are not just interlocutors, but active designers. Our goal is to take concrete action and achieve ambitious climate targets.
To achieve these ambitious goals, we have created an independent sustainability department within aconnic, which reports directly to the Executive Board. In addition, we rely on the know-how of sustainability experts who accompany and support us on our journey. We work closely together to develop our company’s sustainability strategies, identify the necessary measures, and implement them consistently. Continuous monitoring of implementation and careful assessment of progress made are key to us.
However, our commitment is not limited to internal processes. We are doing everything we can to raise awareness of sustainability throughout our entire group of companies. We achieve this through transparent communication, targeted campaigns, and comprehensive training. Together with our colleagues and contacts, we want to make sustainability an integral part of our corporate culture.
Our ambitions extend far beyond today. We are committed to minimizing our emissions and becoming a carbon neutral company by 2030. We are aware that this path requires continuous progress, and we are ready to take on this challenge.
Our progress towards a greener future
Sustainability is not just a goal, but a decisive success factor. Our commitment to energy-efficient processes, resource savings and the consistent reduction of emissions, including CO2 emissions, is central to our climate neutrality strategy and the continued success of our company.
Through targeted initiatives, we have been able to reduce our electricity consumption at our production site by an impressive 36%, which corresponds to a saving of 314 tons of CO2. These successes were made possible by the conversion of our production site to renewable energies. This significant change is a milestone in our sustainability efforts and drives our vision of a sustainable future.
Our transition to renewable energy means that all our production operations are now powered by clean energy from renewable sources. This not only enables a significant reduction in our CO2 emissions, but also strengthens our competitiveness in an ever-changing market environment.
Nevertheless, we are not resting on our laurels. We are continuously working on further measures, including the further reduction of electricity and gas consumption, energy-efficient building renovations and the optimal use of our facilities and equipment.
Through our ongoing commitment to climate protection, we avoid CO2 emissions, conserve valuable resources, and use energy more and more efficiently. Our successes are proof that sustainability is not only good for the environment, but also good for our business.
Energy saving
1 Million kWh
Reduction of CO2 consumption
314 t CO2e
Reduction of power consumption*
36.3%
*Per € 1 million in sales based on average consumption
for 2015 – 2019
Renewable energy
30% CO2 saving (2024)
E-mobility
14 electric & hybrid cars
Lighting
360+ LED lights installed
The New Way – Economy in a Circular Economy
In the field of “circular economy”, our ambition is to keep products and materials in use for as long as possible and then recover them for reuse in new products. This means extending the useful life of products.
This sustainability philosophy is thus reflected in the products and is an integral part of our work processes – from product design to sustainable products that promote the circular economy, sustainable product packaging, to holistic waste management and circular approaches for our devices.
In addition, our products and services are designed to actively support our customers in their efforts to conserve resources.
In the implementation of a circular economy, several key factors are crucial to set the course for a sustainable future. For us, this means:
Extending the life and service life of our products
We do everything we can to ensure that our products are as durable as possible and have a long service life.
Refurbishment and repair of our products
We encourage the remanufacturing and repair of our products to extend their life cycle.
Recycling of products
We strive to recover raw materials from our products and return them to the production cycle.
Creation of new services in the spirit of Net Zero
We develop innovative services that are geared towards sustainability and CO2 neutrality.
Sustainable packaging
We rely on eco-friendly packaging solutions to make our products sustainable.
Holistic waste management
We look at and optimize our waste management in all areas of the company.
Recyclability for all products
Our goal is to integrate the principles of the circular economy into the design of all our products.
Our commitment goes far beyond providing best-in-class, durable and safe products. We are strongly committed to green and sustainable products and initiatives that benefit our environment and society.
Energy-efficient products – sustainability in practice
Most of the CO2 emissions in the life cycle of our products occur during manufacturing and production. During operation, most of the CO2 footprint is due to the energy consumption necessary to operate the equipment.
To minimize emissions for our customers, we consistently focus on reducing energy consumption during production.
In addition, we are continuously making our appliances more energy-efficient to consume less energy during the use phase. This not only helps to reduce CO2 emissions, but also ensures that our products are durable and can be optimally reused or recycled at the end of their life.
The most effective way to save CO2 is to reduce energy consumption. Energy efficiency is therefore a crucial component of our climate protection strategy. We support our customers not only in making their networks more secure and stable, but also in optimizing energy efficiency.
The positive impact of our efforts can be confirmed by our customers, which we are particularly proud of. Together, we’ll work to make your networks sustainable and help make them greener and more environmentally friendly.
Environmental
In our mission to ensure the highest quality and environmental protection, we set clear standards. Compliance with legal requirements and our internal quality and environmental protection guidelines is an integral part of our day-to-day business.
We are guided by the legal requirements as well as the principles of our quality and environmental policy. This is not only evident in words but is clearly underpinned by important quality certificates from well-known telecommunications companies worldwide and our DEKRA certificates in accordance with the international standards ISO 9001 (quality, since 1994) and ISO 14001 (environment, since 2002).
These certificates are the result of our continuous commitment to the highest quality and our sustainable environmental awareness. They demonstrate our consistent focus on quality standards and environmental practices that go beyond the requirements. In doing so, we are sending a clear signal that we are not only meeting today’s needs, but also actively protecting the future of our planet. Our certificates are a promise you can rely on.
Comprehensible and transparent reporting on our climate management is an essential prerequisite for a good relationship with our stakeholders.
This included our climate targets and the strategic direction of our company.
In particular, the communication of our measures to achieve the climate targets and the resulting strategic orientation of our company are essential to be able to meet the increasing demands of our stakeholders.
Our external review efforts are an essential step in our journey of continuous improvement. These evaluations ensure that our sustainability measures are in line with the highest standards and best practices. They not only serve quality assurance, but also ensure that our efforts are in line with global expectations for sustainability.
To meet all these requirements, we provide detailed climate data and comprehensive reports of our CO2 emissions from renowned organizations such as CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project), EcoVadis and The Climate Choice. These global institutions play a crucial role in evaluating the climate goals and activities of companies worldwide. They check the quality and consistency of the information we provide and ensure that our commitment to transparency and sustainability is properly documented and evaluated. In doing so, we are creating a strong foundation for trust and credibility with our stakeholders and sending a clear signal of our continued involvement in sustainable practices.
Our commitment to transparency and sustainability in our climate management reflects our commitment to a sustainable and responsible future – for our company, our customers and our environment.
New paths for sustainability and renewable energy
Our determination to act in a climate-neutral manner has committed aconnic to concrete goals. These goals have turned into tangible projects – projects that are close to nature, real and effective in the long term.
These projects, in turn, have created the basis for innovative business ideas in which sustainability becomes the core business.
Our “CarbonZero” product portfolio includes technologically advanced, near-natural products for CO2 storage and sustainable energy solutions from biomass. This marks a significant step towards climate protection and sustainable energy production.
The digitalization of communication networks strengthens our value chain and contributes to our goal.
Learn more about our pioneering project “CarbonZero” and how it contributes to the promotion of climate protection and sustainable energy production. To do so, visit the following link: https://www.aconnic.com/carboncapturing
Our mission is to promote and enable the reduction of CO2 emissions through our products, services, and activities.
We stand by our customers to help them reduce their CO2 footprint.
But our goal goes even further.
We are ambitiously committed to not only minimizing our customers’ emissions, but also reducing all CO2 emissions generated throughout our value chain to “zero”. This ambitious commitment reflects our deep commitment to protecting our environment and shaping a more sustainable future.
Through innovation, collaboration, and continuous effort, we are committed to making this vision a reality.
We’re proud of our progress, but we know the work isn’t done yet. Our journey to sustainability continues, and we invite you to shape it with us.
Together, we can make a significant contribution to protecting the environment and creating a more sustainable planet for future generations.