Sustainability

ENVIRONMENT, SOCIAL ISSUES AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

As part of the Rieter Group, Suessen is committed to sustainability with regard to the environment, social issues and corporate governance (ESG). ESG is an integral part of the company’s corporate strategy. Rieter strives to support the energy transition by 2050 and the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. For Rieter, sustainability has the following dimensions: On the one hand, it is about the contribution that the company makes to sustainable textile production. The focus here is on energy consumption and raw material. On the other hand, it is about improving key in-house environmental data. 

The sustainability strategy is based on the following pillars:

Environment

  • Sustainable processes thanks to technology 
  • Energy-efficient and ecological production concepts

Social

  • Safe and healthy workplaces
  • Continuous education and training
  • Diversity
  • Suppliers
  • Social engagement

Corporate Governance

  • Code of conduct
  • Business ethics
  • Certificates, awards and ratings

SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL MISSION STATEMENT

Safety, health and the environment are of fundamental importance. Therefore Rieter and its subsidiaries pursue an integrated corporate policy, focusing on the following key areas:

  • Safe products and working conditions at all locations
  • Sustainable and efficient use of resources over the entire life cycle
  • Compliance with applicable legal requirements and internal guidelines

The safety, health and environmental mission statement of the Rieter Group is anchored in the entire organizational structure – and is actively communicated, coached and monitored.

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