The Netherlands' goal of achieving a Circular Economy by 2050 entails transitioning from a linear production model to one that minimizes waste and maximizes the use of sustainable and renewable resources. In a Circular Economy, products and raw materials are reused wherever possible, resulting in a waste-free and environmentally sustainable system.
For us, ecodesign entails integrating environmental considerations at every stage of the product development process, with a focus on minimizing environmental impact throughout the product's lifecycle. We use the following strategies:
The impact of the production of our products is found in every stage of our complex supply chain and at HVEG internally. Various facets of environmental impact include greenhouse gas emissions (scopes 1, 2, and 3), water usage, energy consumption, chemical usage, and waste generation. HVEG is determined to reduce the impact.
Therefore, we started working with the bAwear platform to calculate our environmental impacts through Life Cycle Assessments of our products. This gives us detailed insight into our impacts and input for a solid improvement plan.
Also known as Life Cycle Assessment, is a systematic and comprehensive method used to evaluate the environmental impacts of a product, proces, or activity throughout its entire life cycle. This assesment considers all stages of the life cycle, so the whole supply chain, including raw material extraction, manufacturing, distribution, use, and disposal or recycling.
