Sustainability
Sustainability is important to us.
Saving energy and climate-neutral production are only part of it. Environmental protection, human rights, health of employees, customers and end customers and much more is also close to our heart.
We are constantly optimising processes, developing and improving.
This is also reflected in our sustainability ratings:
Our sustainability ratings:
IntegrityNext
Sumitomo (SHI) Cyclo Drive Germany achieves a green assessment result overall.
EcoVadis
The SHI Group, which includes Sumitomo Drive Technologies, was awarded bronze.
Sumitomo Drive Technologies Sustainability News
Electrical Energy
Renewable energy plays a central role in our company. We are able to cover a significant share of our electricity demand through our ground-mounted photovoltaic system as well as the photovoltaic installation on the roof of our R&D center.
Our goal is to cover up to 60% of our electricity consumption by using an intelligent energy management system that efficiently connects our photovoltaic installations (approx. 2 MWp in total) with our battery storage system (approx. 1.3 MWh).
The remaining electricity demand is met by purchasing energy generated entirely from renewable sources.
Natural Gas
We continue to use natural gas for our heating system. The emissions resulting from the use of natural gas are offset by supporting climate protection projects that comply with the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) or the Gold Standard.
E-Mobility
E-mobility is another key focus for our company. Our entire vehicle fleet has been converted to hybrid and electric vehicles.
In addition, a total of 36 charging points are available across our visitor and company parking areas, allowing employees and visitors to charge their electric vehicles at low cost.
Employees who commute to work by e-bike can also charge their e-bikes on the company premises.
fair and better world
inspired by the values of sustainable development