Impact story - Ebnat AG
KEY MEASURES & OUTCOMES
Achieved 100 % internal recycling of uncontaminated plastics and capacity to reprocess 120 t of partner waste annually. Fully replaced fossil fuels for process heat and now generate ~50 % of electricity on-site, lowering operational CO₂ emissions and costs.
Built closed-loop recycling system with new mill, regranulation unit, and dedicated line for internal and partner plastic waste; converted factory heating to wood-waste biomass and expanded rooftop photovoltaic system
Enabled measurable tracking of material efficiency and recyclability; design teams can now communicate sustainability performance to customers.
Introduced 10Rs circular design framework & began Material Circularity Indicator (MCI) assessments for new products.
Created transparency on social and climate risks in the supply chain and verified compliance with ILO Core Labour Standards
Implemented supplier social audits under amfori BSCI and expanded due diligence to include CO₂ performance screening.
Boosted inclusion and staff satisfaction and completed “UND certification” for family and gender balance
Carried out employee workshops and introduced policies on flexible leave, parental support and transparent financial assistance
52 - Swiss Triple Impact Programme - Impact Report 2025
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