Scarcity of natural resources, global warming and soaring energy costs require a global rethink, and force each and every one of us to act in a more resource-efficient way.
As a responsible company that describes its value proposition as ‘sustainability’, we have a special commitment to nature. We recognise our duty and are protecting nature by combining environmentally friendly business with sustainable production.
Cardboard is one of the most environmentally friendly packaging materials of all. We use cardboard made from recycled material as well as primary-fibre cardboard – including from responsibly managed forests, if required. Cardboard packaging can also be fed into the recycling process without any problems.
At colordruck Baiersbronn, we have always placed great value on harmonising environmental aspects with the company’s processes.
Demonstrably helping the environment.
Solar power
Since February 2019, a photovoltaic system with a total of 320 solar modules has been converting solar energy into electricity. The individual power per 60-cell monocrystalline high-power current module is 300 Wp, and the total power is 96 kWp.
Climate-neutral production machines
Before we install new machines, we also check their environmental aspects. All of our production facilities installed from 2010 onwards are climate-neutral. Independent climate-protection organisations confirm our CO2 compensation.
Green electricity
Since 2011, we have consciously obtained 100% of our electricity from renewable energy sources. This means we reduce our environmental impact by around 2,300 tonnes of CO2 every year.
Cooling with river water
We feed our sprinkler pool with water from the River Murg. The total volume is around 700 m³ of water, which we use as a cold-storage tank and to cool our production halls. This reduces our environmental impact by around 70 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Management of recyclable materials
We press our punching waste and feed 100% of it into the resource cycle.
Heat recovery
Carbon footprint
We calculate the total CO2 emissions per million printed sheets.
Company bike
Many of our employees are already taking up the offer of a work bike, which started in 2016.
Biomass heating plant
We receive our main raw material, cardboard, on disposable wooden pallets. Since 2002, we have been using these for energy recovery after delivery. Compared to fossil fuels, then, we are reducing emissions by 85% and reducing our environmental impact by around 270 tonnes of CO2 per year. Our wood-chip plant generates approx. 1,375,545 kWh of heat energy per year.
Our climate targets: Scientifically sound and officially confirmed.
colordruck Baiersbronn has successfully completed the validation of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This makes us one of over 7,300 companies worldwide that have committed to science-based climate targets.
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is an internationally recognized organization that helps companies to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions in line with the latest scientific findings. A rigorous verification process is used to check whether the climate targets set are ambitious, realistic and scientifically sound. This validation increases the transparency and credibility of climate protection measures.
Our climate targets in detail.
At colordruck Baiersbronn, we have set ourselves ambitious, clearly defined climate targets:
Reduction of absolute greenhouse gas emissions from Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 51% by 2032 compared to the base year 2022.
Involvement of our suppliers: 90% of our suppliers (by share of emissions) are to set science-based climate targets by 2029.
These targets include not only direct emissions from our operations, but also indirect emissions from purchased goods, services and transportation and distribution processes. We also take into account land-related emissions and withdrawals from bio-based energy sources.
Awarded the Baden-Württemberg Environmental Prize.
The Baden-Württemberg Environmental Award is one of the most prestigious awards for companies that have distinguished themselves with pioneering and effective measures in the areas of climate protection, resource conservation and energy efficiency. A total of eight companies were honored in six categories for their remarkable commitment.
Out of over 100 applications, colordruck Baiersbronn was awarded the jury prize for its outstanding commitment to sustainability.
