Victorinox catalogus CUT 2021-2023 EN

SUSTAINABILITY

The issues of environmental protection and sustainability are high priorities at Victorinox. In both our internal operations and those of our suppliers, the company makes sure to use resources sparingly and efficiently while employing environmentally friendly production methods. Here are some examples:

CLOSED-LOOP COOLING SYSTEMS

1,300 M2 OF SOLAR PANELS With the help of 1,300 m 2 of solar panels on the roof of the facility, around 220,000 kWh of energy are generated per year. This covers around 2% of the energy consumption of our factory. We also get hydroelectric power from nearby rivers and reservoirs, and the energy generated by production is used to heat the factory and 120 nearby homes. RECYCLED PACKAGING Up to 90% of our cardboard packaging is made from recovered paper and 100% is made from chlorine-free bleached paper. The inks and finishes that we use do not contain any solvents or heavy metals.

Thanks to closed-loop cooling systems, the heat generated by our production facilities is fed into the pumps for the heating and warm water systems. In this way, our demand for fresh water is limited to emergency cooling. 55 % RECYCLED WASTE An integrated waste disposal plan for solid and liquid waste involves all employees in the recycling of resources and reduction of waste. Around 55% of waste is recycled. PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM A photovoltaic system installed on the factory building in Ibach has been producing power for the company’s own use since April 2016.

10

Made with FlippingBook interactive PDF creator