Sustainability
For us, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As part of KS Industries, we are actively committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting a circular economy. On this page, we will show you how we put this into practice through various initiatives and collaborations.
From generating green energy to using sustainable materials, we strive to make a positive impact on both the environment and society. Read on to discover more about our commitment to a sustainable future and how we are working with our partners to contribute to a greener world.
By the way, did you know that KS Service Center is ISO14001 certified and that we have achieved third step of the CO2 performance ladder? That guarantees that with KSC you choose a sustainable and reliable partner.
A future we really want
At KS Service Center, we work daily to create a green and sustainable future. Together with our partners, suppliers and customers, we are committed to making a positive impact on the environment and creating a better world for future generations.
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Being energy aware together
Via solar collectors on the roofs of our buildings, we already generate more than 30% of our energy consumption ourselves, and we buy the remaining 70% of energy green. We encourage our employees to drive electric, and our parking lot has multiple charging stations. In addition, our slit strip steel is used for various solar projects around the world. In this way, we are working energy-consciously towards a sustainable world.
Sustainable procurement
We like to buy from organizations that have designed their products and processes to contribute optimally to sustainability.
Think CO2-neutral produced steel or steel grades that provide long-term surface protection against wear in the most demanding environments, such as Zinc Magnesium. “Using Zinc Magnesium steel creates more durable products that require less maintenance. They are also 100% and infinitely recyclable. KS Service Center and our customers appreciate the environmentally friendly aspects of ZM steel.” - Corné Rottier, General Manager KS Service Center
Sustainable Steel
Sustainable Steel, also known as Green Steel is steel that is provided from a sustainable supply chain with the ability to bring this sustainability into carbon accounting. Want to read more about sustainable steel? Click here
Wood
The wood that KS Service Center processes for transportation is critically sourced. We do this from suppliers who only process wood from sustainably managed forests and are PEFC certified. For example, our slit strip steel is also used for sustainable projects such as solar and agrofood. As a chain partner, we try to give our customers the option to return wooden pallets from packaging, thus giving them a new life and saving a considerable amount of wood.
Sustainable Transport
At KS Service Center, we are committed to sustainable logistics solutions. We receive two train deliveries with stock every week, which significantly contributes to reducing our CO₂ emissions.
In addition, we use electric trucks for deliveries, aiming to complete at least 10 deliveries per week this way. This helps us reduce our ecological footprint and actively contribute to a greener future.
Preventing Damage
To protect the produced strip steel from dust, we wrap the intermediate wood with foil. Our customers appreciate this, as it prevents wood residues from sticking to the steel. This helps avoid damage in their own production process. Less damage means less waste, contributing to a sustainable future together.
Green Supply Chain
Collaboration with environmentally conscious suppliers and customers contributes to sustainability throughout the entire supply chain. Reducing CO₂ emissions as quickly as possible is essential to meeting climate goals. Sustainability receives the attention it deserves across the entire chain.
Recycling Waste
At KS Service Center, we strive to minimize waste as much as possible. Residual materials are collected by professional, certified service providers, who fully recycle them.
CO₂ Performance Ladder
Sustainability is a key priority for the companies within KS Industries, including KS Service Center. To approach this in a structured and professional manner, we work with the CO₂ Performance Ladder. This Dutch sustainability tool supports organizations, including businesses and governments, in reducing CO₂ emissions and costs within their operations, projects, and supply chains.
The CO₂ Performance Ladder was introduced by ProRail in 2009 and has been managed by the Foundation for Climate-Friendly Procurement and Business (SKAO) since 2011.
The ladder functions both as a CO₂ management system and a procurement tool. Certification through the CO₂ Performance Ladder offers direct financial benefits, such as lower energy costs and material savings, in addition to gains through innovation. Within KS Industries, significant efforts are being made to implement its CO₂ policy in accordance with the CO₂ Performance Ladder.
Reducing CO₂ Emissions with the CO₂ Performance Ladder
The CO₂ Performance Ladder is based on four key focus areas:
- A. Insight – Establishing an undisputed CO₂ footprint in accordance with the ISO 14064-1 standard, providing a clear understanding of the CO₂ emissions within KS Industries.
- B. CO₂ Reduction – The commitment of KS Industries to reducing its CO₂ emissions.
- C. Transparency – How KS Industries communicates both internally and externally about its CO₂ footprint and reduction targets.
- D. Participation – Engaging in industry- or supply chain-wide initiatives to reduce CO₂ emissions.
Each focus area is divided into five levels. A recognized certification body assesses the company's activities and determines its level on the CO₂ Performance Ladder. To progress, steps must be taken across all focus areas.
Awareness and Communication
The CO₂ Performance Ladder truly comes to life when our plans are visibly implemented and communicated to both internal and external stakeholders. KS Industries aims to actively involve its employees in sustainability projects. The company encourages employees to think along and contribute—both proactively and upon request—to sustainability efforts and to proudly share these initiatives within their personal and professional networks.
KS Service Center strives to be a driving force for sustainability within its supply chain. This includes informing customers and suppliers about the impact of CO₂ emissions and the importance of reducing them. By sharing the measures taken and the resulting CO₂ reductions, KS Industries hopes to inspire stakeholders to take active steps in lowering their own emissions.
To ensure impactful and structured communication, a communication plan has been developed. This plan is used to share CO₂ reduction goals and track the progress of the CO₂ reduction program.
ISO14001 Certification
