Our Choice

Our sustainability efforts must permeate every aspect of our business, from concept to design and recycling. High-quality products from Svedbergs Group last for many years and contribute to our profitable business as well as benefiting society.

Sustainability goals

Circular design

Sustainable resource use and circular economy are about
using materials, energy and other resources more efficiently
and developing circular flows. This includes the use of recycled
and renewable materials, minimising waste throughout the
value chain, optimising the lifetime of products and resources
and promoting product and packaging recycling and circular
solutions for end-of-life products.

High share of own production

Around 65% of the Group’s production takes place in its own factories. It provides good control of the value chain, working conditions and production environment, and reduces the environmental impact of transport.

The production facilities are located in Dalstorp, Laholm in Sweden as well as Vegheln and Buddinghuizen in the Netherlands. The Dalstorp plant is ISO certified for both environment and quality according to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. In our production, water and energy consumption and the use of environmentally hazardous substances are measured and reported on an ongoing basis.

Product development in line with circular design principles

Svedbergs Group’s mapping shows that the majority of greenhouse gas emissions arise in connection with the extraction of raw materials for purchased goods. To reduce emissions and negative environmental impact, while enhancing resource efficiency, Svedbergs Group endeavours to integrate circular design principles in product development. The aim is to extend
the lifetime and reduce waste and material consumption in manufacturing. The Group works actively with subcontractors to develop products based on materials with a lower environmental and climate impact. This work covers the whole life cycle of the
product and addresses a variety of aspects such as renewability, recyclability, lifetime and weight.

Work on Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs)

The brand companies are working on environmental product declarations for their respective product portfolios. EPDs, or Environmental Product Declarations, are comprehensive, standardised documents that quantify the environmental impact of a product. The reports are developed using the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) method and evaluate different impact
categories, including carbon emissions, over a product’s
life cycle. This assessment covers everything from raw material extraction, transport and manufacturing processes to a product’s use, end use and potential for recycling. In addition to increased clarity towards customers, architects, property developers and end consumers, it helps further develop the product portfolio and the manufacturing process, ultimately enhancing competitiveness.