ConMet’s commitment to a sustainable future
At ConMet, we believe that today’s biggest global challenges require transformative change, and we are committed to doing our part to reduce our carbon footprint and drive environmental sustainability in the commercial vehicle industry
Strategy Alignment
With extensive input from internal and external parties, benchmarking, and customer collaboration, we ensure alignment with all our stakeholders’ expectations while focusing on initiatives that will make the greatest impact.
Decarbonization Roadmap
Our decarbonization strategy, aligned with the Paris Climate agreement, aims to systematically reduce our emissions and energy usage and transition to renewable energy sources, aligning our operations with a more sustainable and low-carbon future.
GHG Emissions
We’ve implemented Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions tracking per the GHG Protocol. We uphold our accountability through annual reporting to organizations like the Carbon Disclosure Project and SAQ 5.0.
ConMet’s Approach
How We Do It
Integrating Efficiency and Sustainability into Our Innovative Solutions
A relentless pursuit of efficiency and continuous improvement is deeply embedded in our culture, which guides our path toward innovative and sustainable practices. We extend our commitment further by actively supporting our customers in achieving their sustainability goals as we collectively strive for a more environmentally responsible future.
Renewable Energy
Transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources is the most impactful avenue for ConMet to reduce our carbon footprint and promote a greener future.
Energy Efficiency
At ConMet driving for Continuous improvement is a core value and strength. Our operations teams are hard at work making our plants more efficient and less energy intensive.
Alternative Energy Sources
We’re actively engaged with our electric utility providers to source our electricity from renewable power sources like solar, wind, and hydro-electric power whenever possible.
Rooftop Solar
Our first rooftop solar array at our Nanjing, China plant is set to generate over 30% of the facility’s power, and we’re actively exploring additional solar opportunities at our remaining plants.
Manufacturing
A history of continuous improvement and innovation
We employ advanced technologies to optimize production efficiency, reduce waste, minimize energy use, decrease our carbon footprint, resulting in the highest quality products that are responsibly made.
Examples
Product Use
Enhanced Product Design for Sustainable Operation
Our products are engineered to reduce the weight of the vehicle which increases the fuel efficiency and reduces the carbon footprint. Through a commitment to developing and designing lightweight solutions tailored for each customer, ConMet aims to contribute to a greener and more sustainable transportation industry.
Low-Carbon Materials
Environmental Benefits of Aluminum
Aluminum’s rise in the transportation industry, driven by lightweighting, offers additional advantages. With superior strength-to-weight ratios, it achieves substantial weight savings over heavier metals, enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing emissions, while corrosion resistance ensures extended vehicle life and recyclability preserves energy and mitigates the need for landfill disposal.
Waste Reduction
Returnable Packaging Program
ConMet has dramatically reduced our packaging waste by adopting a robust, returnable alternative to single-use wooden pallets. The shift reduces waste, conserves resources, addresses deforestation concerns, and enhances safety by reducing injuries and unit instability.
We’ve made tremendous progress since 2021 in our Returnable Packaging programs:
Wood Pallets Replaced
Plywood Dividers Replaced
Total Pounds of Pallets and Dividers Replaced
Sourcing & Supply Chain
Enhancing Our Supply Chain Responsibility
In addition to conducting our operations in full compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, ConMet holds its suppliers to the same high standards of environmental responsibility. Our robust code of conduct requires suppliers to safeguard the environment with a focus on:
Latest Efforts
ConMet’s sustainability journey is an ongoing effort driven by continuous improvement and innovation.
Alternative Clean Solutions for Commercial Vehicles
ConMet eMobility is leading the charge in electric vehicle innovation, harnessing ConMet’s expertise in wheel ends to create cutting-edge electric solutions that reduce emissions and enhance overall vehicle performance. By generating and capturing energy at the wheel end, our solutions help to create more efficient commercial vehicles while decreasing reliance on traditional diesel fuel.