Responsibility
at Zeppelin Systems
An authentic commitment to the environment
Aligned with the Zeppelin Group’s sustainability strategy, Corporate Social Responsibility means for the plant engineering company Zeppelin Systems and all its subsidiaries worldwide a long-term authentic commitment to the environment and society as a future-proof and economically successful company. With this, we also aim to increase our attractiveness to employees and customers, strengthen our brand, and further expand our market position. Therefore, Zeppelin Systems and its subsidiaries commit to a climate- and health-friendly environmental and energy policy, which we pursue with the following goals and measures:
Maintenance and further development of an energy management system according to DIN EN ISO 50001 as well as an environmental management system according to ISO EN 14001
- Reduction of harmful greenhouse gas emissions
- Reduction of waste and promotion of recycling
- Use of environmentally friendly materials wherever possible
- Safe handling of chemicals
- Continuous energy-efficient renovations
- Use of renewable energy sources
- Minimization of CO₂ emissions
- Offering sustainable solutions to our customers
How do we live Corporate Social Responsibility as a global plant engineering company?
To pursue the ambitious goals regarding sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility, plant engineering company Zeppelin Systems, together with all its subsidiaries worldwide, implements, promotes, and develops the following measures:
Training and awareness
Regular training and awareness-raising of all employees on environmental and energy-related topics
Low environmental impact
Minimizing the environmental impact of Zeppelin Systems’ business activities, including the development and manufacturing of products and services as well as industrial and commercial goods
Strong commitment
Strong commitment to sustainable industries such as plastic recycling, battery compound manufacturing, and tire recycling
Energy-efficient and low-emission operations
Prioritization of energy-efficient and low-emission products, materials, and equipment in procurement
Hazardous substance reduction
Reduction in the use of hazardous substances
Waste prevention & separation
Waste prevention, separate collection of recyclable materials such as metal, wood, and paper, environmentally responsible disposal, and continuous increase of recycling rates
Use of biodegradable cleaning agents
Use of biodegradable cleaning agents
Supplier selection
Selection of suppliers based on ecological criteria
Reduction of energy consumption
Reduction of energy consumption through energy-efficient renovation measures, use of energy-saving technologies, and adherence to the latest standards
Water saving and avoidance
Savings of process water and prevention of wastewater through the use of water treatment systems in wash halls and wash areas
Increased biodiversity
Promotion of biodiversity
Why is this topic so relevant for Zeppelin Systems?
As a company, we comprehensively review and assess both our set goals and the measures implemented, continuously working on improvements and optimizations in this area. Because:
This topic is not only relevant for Germany but, as an internationally operating company, we bear responsibility worldwide.
As a global plant engineering company, Zeppelin Systems plays a central role in transforming key industries toward sustainable economic sectors.
Therefore, we focus on the needs of our customers on their journey to greater sustainability and continuously expand our portfolio of sustainable products and services.
We don’t just build plants that meet our customers’ needs; we think one step ahead and actively promote sustainability thinking: How can we make processes and structures more sustainable? What opportunities exist, for example, for tire or plastic manufacturers to become more environmentally friendly?
With innovative ideas, we contribute not only to improving our solutions but also to creating added value for our customers and optimizing their portfolios in the best possible way. This naturally also applies to our components, which we manufacture and service in-house at various facilities worldwide.
We live by and actively contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals
Zeppelin Systems’ sustainability strategy also incorporates the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), which aim to promote sustainable development worldwide across economic, social, and environmental dimensions. As a company, we make positive contributions toward the following goals:
Sample project
Renovation of the wall of the Ludwig Dürr Hall in Friedrichshafen
Just one example among many, but groundbreaking for the sustainable development of plant engineering company Zeppelin Systems: With the installation of a façade-integrated photovoltaic system in Friedrichshafen, in collaboration with SOLARWATT Germany and PRO+, Zeppelin is making a strong statement for the future of energy-efficient construction.
The sustainable solution comprises 1,280 glass-glass modules seamlessly integrated into the 8,000 m² façade of the Ludwig-Dürr production hall in Friedrichshafen. The innovative modules have a total output of 467 kilowatt-peak and, once commissioned, generate over 317 megawatt-hours of solar power annually.
This is sufficient to operate the entire plant engineering site at Lake Constance largely energy-autonomously, saving around 140 tons of CO₂ annually!
Additional measures by Zeppelin Systems
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