Environment
Sustainability & Circular Economy
When a PET bottle is empty, its most valuable moment actually begins:
It becomes the raw material of tomorrow—and a true climate protector.
Through modern PET recycling, a closed material loop is created, drastically reducing the need for new primary materials. This means significantly less energy consumption in production and, consequently, noticeably lower CO₂ emissions. Every recycled bottle directly contributes to relieving the environment and improving our collective climate balance.
Across Europe, efficient return and collection systems capture the bottles and deliver them to specialized recycling companies. There, high-quality PET granules are produced, which once again serve as the basis for new PET preforms and PET bottles. The more efficient these processes become, the greater the climate benefit—a promise for the future that is already making an impact today.
Recycling is thus far more than just reuse—it is active climate protection that transforms packaging into a sustainable success story.
Electricity from Renewable Sources
The company relies on electricity from 100% renewable sources, reducing direct emissions to nearly zero.
Optimization of Transport Processes
Varioform reduces emissions through optimized transport processes and the consistent use of increasingly efficient, future-oriented truck technologies.
Focus on Climate Neutrality
With a clear focus on climate neutrality and innovation, Varioform makes a significant contribution to environmental protection and sets standards for sustainability in the packaging industry.
By creating an annual carbon footprint report, we benchmark our current position and derive targeted improvement measures based on this data.
Sustainability at Varioform
Varioform PET Verpackung GesmbH is a model company in terms of sustainability, as reflected in its high EcoVadis rating.
In sustainable procurement, Varioform continuously works on improvements to make supply chains more transparent and environmentally friendly.
Social Responsibility
Varioform is committed to labor and human rights. This includes clear rules on diversity, safety, and fair working conditions, as well as strict guidelines against corruption and data protection violations.
Through training, energy management, and awareness programs, all employees are involved in the sustainability process. A fixed action plan demonstrates that the company is constantly working on improvements and supports active employee participation to enhance the working environment.
Additionally, Varioform participates in external initiatives and aims to drive the circular economy in the plastics industry forward through innovation.