Sustainability

Sustainable surface treatment is the key to both longevity and reduced environmental impact. Through innovative processes, energy-efficient technologies and carefully selected chemicals, we create durable surfaces with minimal resource consumption. We strive to optimise every step – from material selection to recycling – to deliver sustainable solutions without compromising on quality or function.

Sustainability

2021 Pilot case for carbon footprint accounting
Pilot case for reporting carbon footprint, amount of carbon dioxide emitted per surface treated for one of our units.
2022 Accounting for carbon footprint
Reporting of carbon footprint, amount of carbon dioxide emitted for all surface treatment activities.
2022 Proton Group publishes its first sustainability report.
2022 Transition to commoditised hydropower electricity.
Transition to purchasing commoditised hydropower electricity.
2023 Self-produced renewable electricity
Self-produced renewable electricity through a first solar installation.
2024 Silver medal from EcoVadis
Proton Finishing AB was awarded a Silver Medal from EcoVadis.

Proton Finishing’s operations shall be characterised by the commitment of its employees and by contributing to meeting customer requirements and expectations through continuous improvements.

Silver Medal from EcoVadis

We have been awarded a Silver Medal from EcoVadis. EcoVadis is an independent platform that evaluates the sustainability performance of companies worldwide.

Environmental policy

We will protect the resources of our environment and thereby safeguard long-term economic viability, which means that we will actively develop our surface treatment activities to minimise their impact on the environment.

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Quality policy

Proton Finishing’s operations shall be characterised by the commitment of its employees and by contributing to meeting customer requirements and expectations through continuous improvements.

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Our Onepager

The key points of Proton Finishing’s sustainability efforts. Read about our goals, the path to achieving them, last year’s outcomes, and how we plan to go even further!

Read our One Pager

Our work with REACH

For us at Proton Finishing, active environmental and safety work is a top priority, and we monitor the REACH legislation and associated lists of chemicals, such as the Candidate List, Annex XIV (authorisation) and Annex XVII (restriction).

Find out more about REACH

When the best is a step towards becoming even better

Sustainability is a key issue in the chemical process industry, and for Proton Finishing it’s about meeting expectations and requirements on all levels – and more.

Want to know more?

We are happy to tell you more about our certifications and environmental work. Feel free to contact us if you have questions and want to know more.

Maria Thom

Sustainability Manager

+46 370 65 62 13 maria.thom@protongroup.com