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Building a climate resilient future

We transform volcanic rock into stone wool and our products contribute to address many of society’s biggest climate change challenges, creating new opportunities to enrich modern living and build safer, healthier, and more climate resilient communities. Indeed, stone wool is a versatile natural material with multiple benefits that makes it ideal for applications in buildings, industry, transportation, horticulture, and water management.

Discover how our Group Sustainability Report provides a holistic view of how ROCKWOOL's products can support communities and increase our positive impact through new initiatives (handprint) while reducing our negative environmental impact of our operations (footprint).

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Sustainability Report 2023

ROCKWOOL is committed to transparency and to reporting accurate and reliable information. Every year we publish our Sustainability reports to communicate with our stakeholders.

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Sustainability is central to our business strategy 

Sustainability is at the heart of our business model. By transforming volcanic rock into stone wool and mineral fibres, we create solutions that enhance the durability, efficiency, and resilience of modern systems. From the built environment to the automotive industry, and advanced composites, our materials are designed to meet today’s challenges. 

Stone wool is a robust, circular and endlessly recyclable material. Its inherent properties such as thermal stability, acoustic performance, durability, fire resilience, and long-term dimensional stability contribute to more sustainable and energy-efficient infrastructures. Our mineral fibres support manufacturers in developing more resistant solutions that extend the lifespan of systems across multiple industries. 

At ROCKWOOL Core Solutions, we continuously innovate to support responsible resource management and the recycling of materials. By partnering with us, you gain access to deep technical expertise and tailor-made solutions that help advance sustainability across your entire value chain. 

 

Energy efficiency in the built environment is a triple win – socially, economically and environmentally.
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…meeting the needs of the world today without compromising the future of the planet…

Jens Birgersson

CEO, ROCKWOOL Group

Sustainability at ROCKWOOL Core Solutions

At ROCKWOOL Core Solutions, we align our initiatives with key Sustainable Development Goals to foster a better future.

Sustainable Development Goals

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Clean water and sanitation

We aim to improve water efficiency by reducing water usage in our manufacturing processes. This commitment helps conserve water resources and ensures cleaner water management across our operations. 

 

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Responsible consumption and production

We are dedicated to implementing sustainable production practices that minimize waste and enhance resource efficiency. We manage our materials to ensure responsible consumption and reduce environmental impact. 

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Climate action

We work to lower greenhouse gas emissions at our facilities, helping global efforts to fight climate change. We adopt technologies and practices that lower our carbon footprint, promoting environmental sustainability.

 

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Decent work and economic growth

We aim to provide a safe and healthy workplace for our employees. This helps improve their well-being. This approach supports economic growth but also boosts job satisfaction and productivity. 

 

Our goals for 2030

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