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"We are building the future"

FOR OUR ENVIRONMENT

Environmental protection begins with the decisions we make throughout our entire value chain. In doing so, we take care to use resources responsibly, protect our environment, and shape progress in a way that ensures its long-term ecological sustainability. A key goal in this regard is to optimize our ecological footprint, which we systematically take into account to the best of our ability and throughout our processes.

OUR AREAS OF FOCUS

What are the key priorities for OTTO in our sustainability strategy with regard to the environment?

  • Resource-efficient and energy-optimized production
  • Responsible use of raw materials
  • Eco-friendly and safe product solutions
  • Efficient, low-emission processes

Reference to the SDGs

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We are commited to the responsible energy sourcing and take advantage of the opportunities renewable energies offer.

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We stand for sustainable corporate development, relying on modern production facilities with an efficient use of resources, as well as the power of innovation of our employees. 

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We use all resources responcibly and reduce our environmental impacts.

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At OTTO, we track and analyze our greenhouse gas emissions and develop measures to reduce them. Our long-term goal is to continuously reduce our company’s emissions and further develop our climate strategy.

THIS IS HOW WE ARE BUILDING THE FUTURE

OTTO is working on a fundamental environmental change for all corporate actions. We are commited to climate protection measures through introduction of climate management. We are striving to achieve a functioning circular economy – limited by the state of the art, but focused on developing this further together with our partners. We are continuously developing our products and services and working to improve resource and energy efficiency throughout the product life cycle.

 

Climate management Products & Services Circular economy

 

THIS IS HOW WE ARE BUILDING THE FUTURE

OTTO is working on a fundamental environmental change for all corporate actions. We are commited to climate protection measures through introduction of climate management. We are striving to achieve a functioning circular economy – limited by the state of the art, but focused on developing this further together with our partners. We are constantly developing our products and services further towards a resource-conserving and CO2-neutral future.

 

Climate management

Products & Services 

Circular economy

Climate management

The effects of climate change impact the entire value chain—from raw material extraction to the use of our products. High-performance raw materials open up opportunities for innovative developments that are both environmentally sound and technically sophisticated. At the same time, greenhouse gas emissions play a central role, particularly those from upstream processes. Our focus is on understanding and reducing these emissions and promoting climate-friendly solutions for the long term.  

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Products & Services

Our products are used in demanding applications across trade and industry—and as such, they play a crucial role in ensuring safety, durability, and technical reliability. As we continue to develop them, we make sure to balance environmental impact with technical quality. This means: modern formulations, reduced impact on people and the environment, responsible material selection, and solutions that meet our customers’ growing demands. The result is products that are both high-performing and sustainable. 

Circular economy

Circular economy poses a particular challenge in our industry due to the material properties of technical adhesives and sealants. Managing production waste and recycling end-of-life materials requires innovative solutions and advanced technologies. At the same time, sustainable procurement is essential, particularly in light of volatile raw material markets and limited availability. That is why we are working to systematically analyze our use of resources and further develop ways to use them more efficiently and improve recycling approaches. 

EXCERPT FROM OUR MEASURES

86424

CO2 saved by using recycled cartridges instead of normal cartridges (2025)*

*Independent calculation based on PCF values from a supplier

121500

kWh of usable energy per year through heat recovery from compressors (2024)

2520

m² of PV panels on our roofs generate electricity for us (2025)

Savings of
2400

kWh per year by replacing motors in production (2024)

Savings of
13655

kWh per year by replacing 151 lights (2024)

EXCERPT FROM OUR MEASURES

86424

CO2 saved by using recycled cartridges instead of normal cartridges (2025)*

*Independent calculation based on PCF values from a supplier

121500

kWh of usable energy per year through heat recovery from compressors (2024)

2520

m² of PV panels on our roofs generate electricity for us (2025)

2400

kWh per year by replacing motors in production (2024)

13655

kWh per year by replacing 151 lights (2024)

Do you have more questions about the topic of sustainability?

Our contact partner Ms Melanie Pentz looks forward to receiving your enquiry. 

+49 8684 908 2342melanie.pentz@otto-chemie.deAsk a question

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