A strategic approach
We attach great importance to long-term economic success over generations and are convinced that this can only be achieved through sustainable action. Environmental protection and the careful use of natural resources are therefore a matter of course in our family business. For us, sustainability means a sense of duty towards our company, the environment and society.
Renewable Energies
From 2025, we operate our sites worldwide net CO2-neutral. 100% of our electricity requirements are covered by our own photovoltaic systems and electricity from renewable energy sources. We are increasing energy efficiency at our locations by three percent annually through a variety of measures. The unavoidable emissions caused by the operation of our sites are offset by investments in high-quality environmental projects from 2025.
Net CO2-neutral operation means avoiding and reducing CO2 emissions generated by our own business activities (Scope 1 & 2) and offsetting unavoidable emissions through certified environmental projects. Scope 1 and 2 are used in accordance with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard . Joint ventures are not included.
Certified energy efficiency
To improve the energy efficiency of our production and infrastructure, we have introduced in select locations an energy management system that is certified according to the requirements of the DIN EN ISO 50001 standard. In 2021 the system was expanded to include the Taicang/China location, meaning that 18 locations were certified with the energy management system. A total of 55 percent of Brose employees worked at an ISO-50001-certified location in 2022.
Sustainable product design
In all steps of product development, we consider reused, recycled and bio-based materials as well as a circular design with reduced waste. By remanufacturing e-bike drives, we save 240 tons of CO2 emissions per year.
Product Carbon Footprint
We are working ambitiously to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of our products by 2030. From 2039, we want to be able to offer our customers net carbon-neutral products.
Future Mobility
We are shaping the transformation of mobility with components for e-bikes and e-scooters as well as variable interior concepts for the flexible vehicle use. Electrified auxiliary units increase efficiency in the car and door modules made of lightweight organic sheet contribute to weight reduction.
Supplier requirements
With our strict Code of Conduct and Human Rights Declaration, we set clear expectations towards our suppliers. Alongside quality and price, compliance with sustainable principles is a requirement when awarding contracts with suppliers. By setting concrete targets and standards for reducing material and process emissions, we create transparency for our business partners. We support them in this by providing extensive trainings and knowledge transfer. With our sustainability award we honor outstanding performance.
Sustainable supply chain
As a founding member of the Responsible Supply Chain Initiative (RSCI) – an assessment program recognized in the automotive industry to proof sustainable supply chains – we contribute to compliance with environmental standards and human rights in the supply chain.
Due Diligence
In our declaration on compliance with human rights and environmental due diligence obligations we have committed to respecting human rights in our own business activities as well as in our global supply and value chains. Help for those affected can be found in our Incident Reporting System.
Culture & Social
Our company group is present on five continents. Together, we represent 94 nations with their diverse cultures and values. For us, this diversity is an opportunity to learn something new every day. Our social commitment is deliberately focused on the communities surrounding our locations. We support projects in the fields of health, education, culture, art, sports and humanitarian aid. Through our non-profit association Max-Brose-Hilfe e.V., we additionally support charitable organizations in the regions.
Qualification
By offering various training and development opportunities, we support our employees in their professional and personal development. We promote the systematic development of expertise and experience through a wide range of projects and networks.
