Environmental Statement

For us, treating our environment responsibly and sustainably is an essential part of our business activities. This approach shapes everything we do throughout the entire value chain – from developing innovative and durable products, through selecting suitable materials, to optimizing packaging, transport and proper disposal.

Implementation

M&C is currently working on the implementation of an environmental management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO 14001. This will enable us to lay the foundations for the structured, transparent and continuous improvement of our environmental performance.  

Solar system on the M&C headquarters in Ratingen

Buildings and Production Facilities

For us, the use of renewable energy is a matter of course. To minimize our consumption of resources, our buildings are fitted with solar energy systems. In addition, M&C also makes use of geothermal energy.

 

Products

During the manufacture of our products, our aim throughout their entire life cycle is to consistently reduce harmful substances and, where possible, avoid them altogether. In particular, with regard to new raw materials or modified input materials, we systematically review their procurement and use, taking environmental protection into account.

Furthermore, we strive to work with local suppliers wherever possible in order to shorten transport distances and reduce the associated environmental impact.

We consider this approach to be a contribution to making Germany a sustainable and competitive industrial location. At the same time, our products support energy-efficient processes in many areas of application and help to reduce CO₂ emissions.

Where applicable to our products, we comply with the requirements of the WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU and the German ElektroG. As a company registered with the EAR Foundation, we submit the required volume reports for the electrical and electronic equipment we place on the market. In doing so, we fulfil the relevant legal requirements regarding registration, take-back and recycling, whilst also contributing to the responsible disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment.

Environmental Protection in Day-to-Day Business Operations

Our aim is to establish company-wide awareness of the sustainable use of resources and materials. This includes the consistent sorting of waste, reducing paper consumption, the mindful use of packaging materials and solvents, and the proper disposal of electrical equipment and hazardous waste. In this way, we make a transparent and sustainable contribution to active environmental protection in our day-to-day business operations.

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