ENERGY EFFICIENCY
We continuously invest in innovative technologies to increase energy efficiency throughout our manufacturing operations. By optimising the parameters of our machines and production lines, we are reducing energy consumption and decreasing greenhouse gas emissions. Currently, each of Press Glass’ plants has photovoltaic installations to cover part of its electricity needs. We have also decided to implement the international 50001 Energy Management System standard in 2024.
WASTE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING
We believe in the principle that all waste should be treated as a potential secondary raw material. Due to the specific nature of the industry, our main waste is cullet. It goes directly back to the glassworks as a charge in the glass furnace, where new glass panes are melted again. Glass cullet at Radomsko has the status of a co-product. In addition, the main components necessary for the production of insulating glass units, such as the sealing mass, are processed on site in order to be fully utilized. The remaining production waste is recycled, recovered or returned to the manufacturer for reprocessing. We have implemented a ‘zero waste to landfill’ policy.