Sustainability

Sustainability is a core element of our company strategy: As part of a global industrial group, thyssenkrupp rothe erde develops innovative product solutions which not only secure long-term successes for our customers, but also make a positive contribution to global development.

We are focussing on the future: Our decisions are not only guided by economic considerations but also by ecological and social concerns. We want to develop efficient products to strengthen the future viability of our company. The satisfaction of our employees and the protection of the environment are, however, also important to us.

The spectrum of topics in the area of sustainability ranges from growth, compliance and human rights, to efficiency of resources. We use our engineering expertise to meet the worldwide demand for “more” goods and services in a “better” way.

In recent years, we have significantly increased our spending on Research and Development (R&D). However, research expenditure is only effective when it enables the constant development of our innovative strength.

Find out more on the following page: innovations.

In our core business, we are constantly looking for and implementing ways to save energy In this way, we are improving step by step: By the financial year of 2019/2020, we want to carry out energy management in accordance with ISO 50001 for all activities with relevant energy consumption.

Management systems
All our sites are OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 certified. The sites follow the ISO 50001 energy management system. The sites with high energy relevance are certified in accordance with ISO 50001. Examples of this include aspects of continuous improvement, action planning and monitoring. Global, continental and local demands are all met.

We are keeping at it!
A regular exchange on environmental protection, energy and energy efficiency takes place on a company-wide level:

Evaluation and exchange of data, consumptions, etc.
Recognising potentials
Analysis of changes and deviations
Exchanging experiences and “Best Practice” models
Developing standards for energy-efficient systems and machines
Use of environmentally-friendly techniques
Prioritising environmentally-friendly and energy-saving projects
Environmental and energy criteria for investment decisions
Regular group meetings and training sessions

The following applies to the German sites:

The use of dangerous materials is prohibited, in accordance with REACH and RoHS
The use of acutely toxic, target organ toxic, carcinogenic or mutagenic category 1 or 2 materials is prohibited
Waste avoidance strategies with recycling rates of over 90%
Measures for avoiding environmental damage from water pollutants
Regular evaluation of environmental aspects

We expect our suppliers to be committed to responsible and fair conduct towards our employees, customers, suppliers and residents in the same way that we are.

We have documented our sustainability requirements of our suppliers in our “Supplier Code of Conduct”. Adherence to the former is checked by means of regular supplier audits.

Find out more on the topic of responsibility on the following page: procurement.

Diversity
In order for thyssenkrupp rothe erde to be able to continue to build increased levels of motivation, qualifications and performance in our workforce and our management team going forwards, we are striving for greater diversity, especially with regard to age, gender and heritage. As a first step, we want to increase the proportion of women in management positions.

Our employees are our most important asset. This means: Their health and safety is a top priority for us. Irrespective of whether they are in Europe or elsewhere in the world. Here at thyssenkrupp rothe erde, we ensure this claim is our reality together. All our sites have a OHSAS 18001 certified occupational safety management system.

Occupational safety
Positive developments in our frequency of accidents rate impressively demonstrates the successes triggered by our efforts. Nonetheless, we continue to strive after positive developments. Our strategic goal is to further reduce of accident rate to below 2.0% by 2020.

Health
Besides technical occupational safety, the health and maintenance of health of our employees are becoming ever more important. This is why many of our sites are already offering health-promoting activities today: This ranges from exercise, nutritional advice, to relaxation offers.

thyssenkrupp rothe erde has been taking part in the annual “world occupational safety and health at work day” for many years. As part of the group initiative, “WE care”, different organisations take responsibility for different focus areas.