Sustainability
Produce sustainably, act locally
In our foundry, we place a strong focus on sustainability and social commitment, because we firmly believe that responsibility for the environment and the community are inextricably linked.
We carefully assess the energy and environmental relevance of our raw materials, operating and auxiliary materials, products, machines and systems before purchasing to ensure that we choose the most environmentally friendly options. We are always on the lookout for innovative solutions to minimise our ecological footprint.
Our goals
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Use of 35% renewable electrical energy
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Aiming for climate neutrality by 2030
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Energy recovery through waste heat utilisation
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100% recyclable products
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Practised energy management in accordance with ISO 50001 with annual auditing and certification
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Certified environmental management in accordance with ISO 14001
Social commitment
Another important aspect of our commitment is the active involvement of our employees. Through a comprehensive suggestion scheme, we encourage them to contribute ideas and suggestions for improvement so that together we can act even more sustainably and produce more efficiently.
We are also committed to the development of our region. We support local initiatives and projects that strengthen the social fabric and contribute to sustainable development. Because only together can we create a future worth living for future generations.
Sport
• SG Stahl Schmiedeberg (main sponsor)
• Biathlete Nina Lange (individual sponsorship contract)
• District Football Association Sächsische Schweiz-Osterzgebirge e.V.
• Disabled Sports Festival e.V. Dippoldiswalde
• Biathlon Osterzgebirge e.V. support association
• Glashütte Equestrian Sports Club e.V.
• Glashütte Sports Club e.V.
Social
• Oberschule Schmiedeberg - Career choice fair
• Association for the promotion of mentally handicapped children and young people Reinhardtsgrimma e.V.
• Fire brigade association Kurort Bärenfels e.V.
• Dippoldiswalde Fire Brigade Support Association
• Pro Jugend e.V. - Hennersdorf youth club
• Spatzennest’ daycare centre Schmiedeberg
• Home children's outing Motorbike friends ‘Beinhart’ Pirna e.V.
• THW Helfervereinigung Osterzgebirge e.V.
• Gebietsverkehrswacht Weißeritz e.V.
• Albert Schweitzer Children's Village in Saxony e.V.
Culture
• Schmiedeberger Musikanten e.V.
• Winfriedhaus Schmiedeberg
• Dippoldiswalde Medieval Mining Promotion Association
• Local history association Kurort Kipsdorf e.V.
• Miners' Association Altenberg e.V.
• KulturGeschichte Bärenfels e.V.
• Village community centre ‘Alte Schäferei’ Sadisdorf e.V.
