#Spinning

2022-05-19

Trützschler sets ambitious targets for climate neutrality

Our production processes are transformed to minimize our environmental impact. © 2022 Trützschler

Trützschler is taking action! The German company is now striving to achieve three specific and measurable targets that will support its impact on the biggest challenge our planet has ever faced.

Trützschler's commitment

For over 130 years, Trützschler has provided resource-efficient technologies for customers worldwide. As a family-owned company, it has always placed a strong focus on ensuring sustainability for future generations. Today, that focus is sharper than ever – because our planet’s precious climate is changing. In response, Trützschler is taking decisive action to further minimize its environmental impact and maximize its contribution to sustainability. The actions are focused around three specific targets for cutting emissions:

1) Reduction of CO2 emissions by 50 % at the headquarters in Mönchengladbach, Germany, by 2025

2) Climate-neutrality* at all Trützschler locations in Germany by 2030?

3) Climate-neutrality* at all Trützschler locations worldwide by 2035

By pursuing these ambitious targets, the company is going to transform its business. Trützschler’s global teams are now stepping up efforts to accelerate innovative energy management approaches, the shift to renewable power and more sustainable logistics processes. “The shareholders of the Trützschler Group SE set these goals for climate neutrality as part of our commitment to protecting the planet and secure the long-term success of our company”, says Charlotte Fontaine, Deputy Chief Spokesperson for the Hans Trützschler family. Florian Schürenkrämer, Deputy Chief Spokesperson for the Hermann Trützschler family, adds: “That commitment has been a central part of our identity for more than 130 years – and we, the fifth generation of shareholders, are excited about taking the next steps forward in this long tradition.”

Trützschler's contribution

How are they going to achieve their sustainability targets? With Trützschler technologies, its processes and our people! Trützschler’s technologies save resources, cut waste and reduce emissions for customers worldwide. Our own production processes are shaped by our passion for energy savings and resource-efficiency. And our people and partners actively promote a safer and more sustainable future. Together, these three factors will contribute to tangible results in our commitment to promoting environmental and social progress.

The WASTECONTROL technology for optimal raw material utilization. © 2022 Trützschler

Trützschler's technologies

Innovations from Trützschler support the textile industry in becoming more sustainable. The WASTECONTROL system, for example, features sensors that help to make sure every fiber is used. Specially designed machines and equipment from Trützschler also support the transition to a circular economy by making it possible to produce yarn by recycling old material, production waste, or even plastic bottles. And Wet-laid/Spunlace technologies support the production of fully biodegradable wet wipes that are made from pulp and cellulose.

Trützschler's processes

Trützschler production facilities are designed to maximize sustainability, and they constantly seek ways to further reduce energy consumption and boost resource efficiency. They go beyond regulatory expectations, and proactively integrate environmental considerations into every aspect of their business. This involves using renewable energy from sources like solar panels, wind turbines and hydropower. They also operate a continuous improvement approach to cut waste in their value chain. They are investing in climate-friendly logistics processes such as a fleet of low-emissions company cars. All Trützschler sites are certified in line with the ISO 50001 standard for energy management, and Trützschler is a partner of the Blue Competence sustainability initiative from the Mechanical Engineering Industry Association (VDMA).

Trützschler's employees

As a family-owned company, Trützschler business is shaped by a firm belief in the importance of creating a sustainable future for generations to come. Health and safety are the top priority at all times. They provide a working environment with flat hierarchies and fast decision-making – where strong values define their leadership approach. And they empower their people to learn and grow throughout their career via targeted programs for training and development.

Florian Schürenkrämer, Deputy Chief Spokesperson for the Hermann Trützschler family (left), and Charlotte Fontaine, Deputy Chief Spokesperson for the Hans Trützschler family (right). © 2022 Trützschler

Making a measurable impact

Trützschler has a strong passion for sustainability, and they are relentless in their efforts to turn that passion into progress. The three new targets provide a clear and measurable indication of Trützschler's performance.

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