Germany show/hide navigation Home Company Covestro worldwide Germany Covestro in Germany Production INNOVATIVE AND ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY Covestro is committed to sustainable production As a global player, Covestro can rely on a strong network of sites in Europe, Asia, and America. The production facilities feature modern, efficient, and environmentally friendly technologies. The company continues to set new standards, also in Germany. Covestro operates around 30 production sites in Europe, Asia, and the USA. The global orientation is the foundation for the company's success. However, the materials manufacturer has its roots in Germany, where over 7,600 employees work. At its six sites in Leverkusen, Dormagen, Krefeld-Uerdingen, Brunsbüttel, Bomlitz and Markt Bibart materials are produced for important branches of industry – for example, for the automotive and construction industries as well as for the electrical and electronics industry. Covestro has a broad base in Germany: Its production sites have both smaller plants for regional purposes and world-scale plants that serve the needs of global customers efficiently and reliably. Covestro always keeps a close eye on the technological optimization of its plants and processes: Here, quality, efficiency, and safety in production are given top priority. Thanks to its modern production facilities, Covestro has already significantly improved its overall energy efficiency since 2005. Here are some of the company’s lighthouse projects: Low energy consumption, fewer greenhouse gas emissions AdiP technology This corresponds to a reduction in energy-related CO₂ emissions of around 35 percent Read more Steam network Reduction of CO₂ emissions in MDA operation by around 10 percent Read more Pump optimization Reduction of energy consumption by 700 megawatt hours per year Read more Heat integration CO₂ emissions were reduced by 28 percent for operation of the TDI plant Read more Gas phase technology Savings of 80 percent solvents, up to 60 percent energy Read more Exhaust gas cleaning Reduction of emissions of climate-damaging nitrous oxide by 95 percent Read more Oxygen Depolarized Cathode (ODC) technology Energy savings of up to 25 percent Read more More energy-efficient production reduces climate-damaging CO₂ emissions and thus makes a contribution to the fight against climate change. Covestro is therefore constantly working to improve energy efficiency in its production facilities. For example, Covestro uses STRUCTese®, a self-developed energy management system, across the Group to optimize production processes and increase energy efficiency. The actual energy consumption in production is compared with the realistically possible optimum. STRUCTese® includes many different stages of analysis, monitoring, and benchmarking. Eliminating inefficiencies results in permanent energy savings. With its own energy management system STRUCTese®, the energy consumption of plants is measured and controlled individually. In doing so, Covestro is making sure that as little energy as possible is consumed in its production facilities. Covestro has also been part of the “Energy Efficiency Network@chempark” initiative in North Rhine-Westphalia since 2016. Together, the cross-company network identifies and evaluates measures to increase energy efficiency at the three sites in Leverkusen, Dormagen, and Krefeld-Uerdingen and implements them. The goal of the initiative is to save a total of 100 gigawatt hours of energy, or 100 million kilowatt hours, at the three sites. A broad product portfolio – also in Germany Covestro manufactures an extensive range of products for its core business at its six German sites. It consists of three segments: Polycarbonates (plastics), Polyurethanes (foams) and Coatings, Adhesives and Specialties. The company is expanding its capacity based on market demand. In order to unlock further synergies in production and at the same time cut costs, Covestro also established a site network in North Rhine-Westphalia in 2010. It includes the plants in Leverkusen, Dormagen, and Krefeld-Uerdingen. The circular economy as a new guiding principle Covestro also intends to transition its production in Germany to the circular economy. In order to become fully circular, the materials manufacturer has set up a long-term strategic program. In future, raw materials from sustainable sources such as waste, plants, and CO₂ are to be used in the manufacture of innovative products to the greatest extent possible. This further reduces dependence on fossil resources such as oil. This has a positive effect on climate protection. With its program, Covestro wants to become a shaping force in the chemical and plastics industry. Used plastics in particular play a crucial role in the upcoming transformation. Waste and used materials are valuable resources and should be recycled systematically and as far as possible. Covestro intends to develop new technologies exactly for this purpose. With the circular economy, the company can contribute to a climate-neutral and more resource-efficient economy and society just like its customers. In North Rhine-Westphalia, Covestro already uses a number of innovative processes that illustrate the company´s circular approach. However, circular economy is only truly sustainable if green power is used. Covestro has already set the course for this at its German sites. The increased use of digital technologies also ensures even greater efficiency in production. An excerpt from the projects in Germany can be found here: Covestro converts production in Germany to green power Efficiency gains thanks to digitalization Recommended for you Curious? You can find further information on important topics related to Covestro Germany here. GERMANY Safety Health, safety, environmental protection and the quality of our products and processes all contribute to the corporate success of Covestro. 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