We are committed to doing our part every day to reduce our carbon footprint, contribute to a circular economy, and adhere to high standards of corporate social responsibility. We also recognize our responsibility to manufacture our products as sustainably as possible and to innovate products and processes that help advance more sustainable living.
Our sustainability approach is focused on three areas:
We work to support a more circular, lower-carbon world and act as a responsible steward of natural resources.
of the way to achieving our 30X30 Challenge of reducing our energy usage by 30 million kWh by 2030
of waste was diverted from landfill in 2024 – exceeding our goal of 75%
We create high-impact innovations to tackle today’s global challenges and support our customers in reaching their sustainability goals.
Expanding our portfolio of products containing recycled and bio-based content to support customers’ goals for performance, circularity and lower-carbon footprints.
Third-Party Verification of Carbon Footprint Data. We developed the ability to supply third-party verified product carbon footprint data for Sarlink® TPVs manufactured in Genk, Belgium, and for Monprene® TPEs made in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany.
Carbon Footprint Calculation. We created a model to calculate the product carbon footprint of Creamid® specialty polyamides manufactured in our Germany facility.
Introduced another new customer-focused solution - Creamid® R3 B3 Series of glass-reinforced PA6 with 30% post consumer recycled content for automotive interior applications.
We help our employees and communities thrive by fostering connection, creating opportunity, and improving quality of life.
workspaces installed at 5 of our facilities in 2024.
customer health and safety incidents connected with our products.
Plus 5 Teknor Apex Sites with Zero recordable incidents.
Learn more about our efforts to reduce our energy intensity
Explore our growing portfolio of sustainable solutions
See how environmental responsibility, employee safety, and community well-being are integrated across our global business
In 2015, the United Nations created a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet.
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development includes 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which promote a global partnership to improve health and education, reduce inequality and stimulate economic growth - all while addressing climate change and working to preserve our environment.
Teknor Apex's sustainability initiatives support many of these goals, including:
Good Health and Well-Being:
Ensure safety remains the core of our operations.
Clean Water and Sanitation:
Ensure responsible use and cleanliness of water and enable access to clean water.
Responsible Consumption and Production:
Ensure sustainable consumption of natural resources while producing more sustainable products.
Climate Action:
Ensure continued reduction of reliance on non-renewable resources
There's no one-size-fits-all answer to achieving sustainability goals, and that's why we're dedicated to expanding the options available to our customers.
As a material science company, we play a crucial role in the value chain. We transform sustainable raw materials into high-value solutions that meet specific end-use performance requirements. We actively partner with our clients to develop more sustainable products. This includes providing engineering support to optimize processes for greater efficiency and introducing innovative new technologies and recycling solutions. We offer products and programs that enable a more circular economy, reducing environmental impact throughout the entire product lifecycle.
Explore our solutions or contact us to discover how we can work together to make a difference.
Every industry is solving for sustainability differently, but they all need solutions. Teknor Apex takes a holistic approach that helps our customers meet their unique sustainability goals. Learn more about how we can make a difference together.
