Our Footprint
We will reduce our environmental footprint globally by 25% by 2012
Measuring everything we do
In an effort to reduce our environmental footprint globally, we set up common action plans
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CO² emission reduction
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VOC emission reduction
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Packaging reduction
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Waste reduction
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Water conservation
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Energy saving
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Health and Safety
Between 2001 and 2008
Our environmental record is more than just a story. It stands on results:
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64% less water consumption
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49% less Greenhouse gas emissions
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71% less waste
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95% less VOC air emissions
Local production for global coverage
In Europe, there are 7 Steelcase plants: 4 in France (Marlenheim, Sarrebourg, Rosheim and Wisches), 2 in Germany (Durlangen, and Rosenheim) and 1 in Spain (Madrid). This geographical spread has a positive impact on logistics.
Transport implies packaging, energy consumption and CO2 emissions. To lower the environmental impact we:
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Leverage the load potential throughout the entire transport route.
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Load trucks efficiently.
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Look for ways to minimize packaging .
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Look for suppliers in close proximity