Bayer keeps emissions down despite increased production
26/07/2005
German specialty chemical group, Bayer AG, has managed to maintain the previous years’ levels of emissions and waste despite considerable increases in its production volumes. The company said that this has been achieved through continuous advancements in environmental protection, improved processes and rigorous application of recycling options.
In some areas, even further reductions were achieved. Emissions of greenhouse gases per ton of product fell by 14% compared with 2003. Values for environmental parameters relating to emissions into the air and water, waste generated and use of resources were at around the same level in 2004 as in 2003. At the same time, total production volumes rose by 22% from 12.8 million metric tons in 2003 to 15.6 million metric tons last year.
"By modifying processes, utilizing modern technologies, closing outdated facilities and deploying energy-efficient power plants, Bayer has drastically reduced greenhouse gas emissions by more than 60 per cent in recent years," said Dr. Udo Oels, Member of the Board of Management responsible for Innovation, Technology and Environment. "By doing so we have already exceeded the ambitious targets set by the German government and the Kyoto Protocol of a reduction of 50% by 2020 15 years early."
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