Circularity

A circular economy is vital to reducing CO₂ emissions and limiting climate change. Based on the principle of 'waste does not exist', a circular economy does not deplete natural resources. We achieve this by producing differently, making minimal use of raw materials, and reusing materials.

Recycling wind turbines: challenges and solutions

Wind turbines are essential to sustainable energy, but what happens at the end of their life? Recycling the blades is a major challenge, as they are made of strong but difficult-to-recycle materials. Fortunately, innovative solutions are being developed for reusing these materials. New technologies and circular design strategies can give old wind turbines a second life.

What we do

Since 2015, we have set out our sustainability goals in our One Planet Plan. The plan contains measurable objectives in the areas of climate, biodiversity, circularity and society.

Our One Planet plan

The One Planet Plan contains measurable objectives in the areas of climate, biodiversity, circularity and society. The goals in the plan are inextricably linked to our business strategy and business plan. Strategic choices and investment decisions are tested against the One Planet goals.

Circular by 2050

Circularity means being active in and taking responsibility for the supply chain. This is a complex process with many dependencies. Although 2050 is the target, we have set interim goals to achieve results beforehand.

Sustainable procurement

We drive our suppliers’ CSR performance through a supplier code of conduct, CSR criteria in contracts, supplier assessments and development, and resource passports.

Circularity: Together towards a sustainable future

Circularity means reusing materials and products for as long as possible and minimising waste. In everything we do, we look for ways to reuse raw materials. For example, we turn used coffee grounds from our offices into fertile soil for growing vegetables and our technicians extract usable parts from old heat pumps to prevent waste. We also encourage sustainable transport by promoting cycling and public transport, and are working towards a paperless office environment. In this way, we are together taking steps towards a more circular and sustainable world.

Our circularity policy

We want to increase the proportion of materials in the lifecycle of products and assets that meet circular principles. We focus on the flow of materials in the lifecycle of products and assets in high-impact areas of wind, solar and heat.

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