At Hisense Europe, sustainable operation is one of our core values, on the basis of which we have set ambitious sustainability goals focused on five key areas: environment, sustainable products, sustainable supply chain, people and social responsibility, and new business models. These goals include reducing energy consumption by optimizing renewable energy, increasing the use of recycled materials in products, reducing waste, promoting sustainable transport and strengthening the sustainability of the supply chain.
The
company’s focus on sustainability is evident in its efforts to recycle 96% of
generated waste, use 100% recyclable packaging by 2024, and reduce CO2emissions from transportation. The prestigious EcoVadis silver medal
shows that Hisense Europe has developed the right strategy to increase the sustainability
of its business models.
Significant progress over the past five yearsA company must address all stages of production to minimize its carbon footprint, including energy consumption during production, materials used in products and their lifespan, and packaging and transportation processes. In these areas, Hisense Europe has made significant progress over the past five years, with a 38% reduction in water consumption and a 24% reduction in electricity consumption.
Made in Europe, Hisense and Gorenje household appliances are made from excellent, environmentally sound and degradable materials and undergo rigorous testing to extend their lifespan. Another important aspect is the availability of spare parts and easy product servicing.
Investing in the personal and professional growth of employees is one of the priorities
The EcoVadis sustainability evaluation process covers not only the environmental, but also the social and ethical performance of companies. Hisense Europe with the Hisense and Gorenje brands received silver for its commitment to promoting ethical business practices, such as creating equal opportunities for all and establishing a culture of knowledge sharing.
Investing in the personal and professional business growth of employees is one of the key priorities, which is also reflected in education and training, for which we allocated more than 136,000 hours in 2021, or 20 hours per employee. One of our goals is also to promote a healthy work-life balance and an active lifestyle.
Receiving the EcoVadis medal proves that Hisense Europe is moving in the right direction - that our products and operations are becoming as sustainable as possible. "Sustainability is at the heart of our values and we will continue to strive to reduce our impact on the environment and, as one of the key economic entities in the region, the country and beyond, to promote social responsibility. This certification is a great achievement and we are proud to be part of the EcoVadis community and to rank so highly in the ranking of evaluated companies," said Hanson Han, CEO of Hisense Europe."
In the field of environmental care, we have a rich environmental history that goes back more than thirty years, and our efforts in this field are recognized by experts both at home and abroad," says Tomaž Korošec, a member of the Hisense Europe management board. "Our investments in renewable energy sources, our focus on product sustainability and efficiency, and our implementation of circular economy principles have proven to be the right approach. We are honored to receive the EcoVadis Silver Medal as it represents our belief that companies with a consistent commitment to social and environmental responsibility are the ones that will achieve lasting success."