Germany show/hide navigation Home Company Covestro worldwide Germany Sustainability & Innovation Sustainability COVESTRO HAS AMBITIOUS GOALS Full speed ahead with sustainability Sustainability is a core philosophy at Covestro. It is firmly embedded within its corporate strategy. The aim is to create economic, environmental, and social added value. One focus is on optimizing the company's own production processes. However, the establishment of material cycles and the use of alternative raw materials are also one of Covestro’s priorities. Just one look at the German sites makes this clear. To Covestro thinking and acting sustainably is a key driver of innovation. By developing breakthrough technologies and products, Covestro also makes an important contribution to improving the livelihood and quality of life for millions of people worldwide. For many years, Covestro has applied the “People, Planet, Profit” principle. The underlying goal is to combine economic, ecological and social aspects in the company's daily work. For this to succeed, all decisions and economic activities must take the “three Ps” into account at all times – with positive effects on at least two of the aspects, while at the same time not compromising any of them. Our pillars of sustainability In addition, Covestro has set itself ambitious sustainability goals leading up to 2025. They serve as a compass for the future direction of the company and provide the guidelines for developing important markets of the future. Covestro is also guided by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations. They are an integral part of the company’s own strategy. Employees exemplify the concept of sustainability Sustainability also plays a central role for Covestro in Germany. Many suggestions for new climate-friendly and resource-conserving technologies and products are the result of employees’ inventiveness. Innovative solutions come from very different corners of the company. For example, as part of employee initiatives such as the “Energy Efficiency Professional”. In this competition, employees who work for Covestro at one of the six German sites can submit their concepts for increasing energy efficiency. The best ideas not only receive an award, but are also tested for their feasibility. Forward-looking projects in Germany However, employee initiatives such as the “Energy Efficiency Professional” are just one example of Covestro’s high level of commitment to sustainability. The company implements many projects in Germany – both on its own or in close cooperation with external partners. Circular Economy Covestro is fully aligned to the circular economy and wants to help make it the global guiding principle in business and society. To this end, the company also heavily relies on cooperations – throughout the entire value chain and, in particular, in the interaction between different sectors. The aim of the Circular Economy is to use products as long as possible and several times as well as to avoid waste and to use end-of-life products such as used plastics as a valuable resource. Covestro is developing innovative recycling technologies for this purpose. In addition, the company aims to use alternative raw materials such as biomass and CO₂ in its production, thereby reducing dependence on fossil resources such as oil as much as possible. With its detailed Circular Economy program, which also includes the use of renewable energies, the materials manufacturer wants to help protect the climate, conserve limited natural resources, and set an example for the entire plastics industry. Alternative raw materials Covestro has been advancing the use of alternative raw materials ever since its inception. In doing so, the company is breaking completely new ground – both in terms of product development as well as process optimization. Thanks to alternative raw materials, petroleum consumption at the sites can be significantly reduced. This not only benefits the climate, but also the environment. This is one of the reasons why Covestro intends to further accelerate the use of alternative raw materials and launch new processes on the market. CO₂ as a raw material Aniline from biomass Certified raw materials for a sustainable supply chain Partially bio-based coatings for vehicles Recycling Plastic products are thrown away way too often at the end of their life. This needs to change. They should be viewed as a valuable resource. The guiding principle should be to use products as long as possible. Covestro promotes innovative recycling technologies to keep plastic waste inside the value cycle. The company has set up more than 20 research and development projects. At the same time, Covestro is pushing the boundaries of what is possible to conserve valuable resources such as water. A particular focus is on the recycling of industrial wastewater. Pilot plant for chemical recycling Recycling of saline industrial wastewater Recycling of plastic waste Energy efficiency and power supply The chemical industry is one of the most energy-intensive sectors in the world. This will not change in the future. Covestro – like other manufacturing companies – depends on a steady supply of electricity at competitive prices. At the same time, the company takes its responsibility very seriously and works around the clock to further minimize the energy consumption of its sites, also in Germany. In doing so, the company is helping to ensure that production in Germany is more climate and environmentally friendly. Energy-saving process for chlorine production Trend-setting breakthrough in MDI production Energy and resource efficiency thanks to HDI gas phase technology New approaches for the utilization of surplus green electricity Adjustment of production to fluctuating electricity supply Related topics Curious? You can find further information on important topics related to Covestro Germany here. Products Browse products via application, material, region and more with our intelligent product finder. Read more COMPANY Profile Covestro is a leading manufacturer of high-tech polymers. Learn more about our innovative company. GERMANY Sites Our 6 production sites: Leverkusen, Dormagen, Krefeld-Uerdingen, Burnsbüttel, Bomlitz, and Markt Bibart GERMANY Production Covestro is committed to energy-efficient and sustainable production at its German sites. GERMANY Innovation When developing new materials and products, Covestro relies on the innovative strength of its employees. Get in touch with us! 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