Sustainability at HOSOKAWA ALPINE
As a global manufacturer of plant and solutions for mechanical process engineering and blown film extrusion, we have a responsibility towards our customers and our employees. Furthermore, we monitor the impact of our business activities on the environment and resources as part of our corporate environmental protection programme.
Carbon footprint and emissions
For several years now, we have been recording and analysing our carbon footprint (CCF). On this basis, a concrete CO₂ reduction plan has been implemented.
The target of reducing emissions at our Augsburg site by 50 per cent by 2025, compared with the base year of 2019, has been achieved – through actual reductions rather than offsetting measures. The following accounting framework, in accordance with the GHG Protocol, was applied: Scope 1, Scope 2, and Categories 3, 5, 6 and 7 of Scope 3.
A CO₂ inventory is compiled annually at the Augsburg site. The underlying accounting framework has been gradually expanded to include additional Scope 3 categories over recent years. This data set enables us to objectively assess progress and identify further targeted reduction measures. A new, forward-looking strategy is currently being developed on the basis of the findings to date.
Following a baseline assessment and the first-ever CO₂ inventory of our subsidiaries and sales locations, we plan to repeat this process annually.
Regional responsibility
In addition to our own operational processes, we are also actively involved at a regional level as a member of the Augsburg Business Climate Pact and the A³ Climate Neutral initiative. Engaging with regional partners and businesses fosters the transfer of knowledge and the development of practical approaches to addressing climate-related issues.
Energy management
Energy management is a key component of our sustainability activities.
At our Augsburg site, an energy management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO 50001 was successfully introduced and put into operation in 2025. The aim is to systematically record energy consumption, identify potential savings and continuously improve the energy efficiency of our processes.
Energy management is firmly integrated into our operational processes and forms an important basis for further measures.
Ecovadis rating
In March 2026, we took part in an EcoVadis assessment for the first time and achieved 57 points. This means we are classified as ‘Committed’.
This result serves as a further guide for us as we continue to develop our structures, processes and activities in a targeted manner.
Our sustainability strategy is designed as an ongoing process. Based on the company data we have collected, we define targets and measures and continue to develop them further.