Sustainability as a Core Value
Sustainability at PFISTERER is rooted in responsibility for our partners, employees, and the planet. Built on generations of trust and long-term thinking, this mindset guides every decision we make. Today, it drives our strategy: we combine environmental and social awareness with innovation, working alongside our customers to deliver solutions that advance global electrification and a sustainable energy future.
In 2025, we further strengthened our commitment to sustainability by advancing key initiatives across the organisation. For the first time, we established a Scope 3 emissions reduction target and intensified our efforts to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In parallel, we launched dedicated product emissions reduction projects, which will be further expanded in the coming years to provide more sustainable solutions for our customers.
Despite regulatory adjustments under the European Omnibus proposals that have delayed the formal introduction of CSRD reporting requirements, we continue to proactively align with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). During the reporting year, we updated our Double Materiality Assessment (DMA) and reviewed our ESG risk assessments to ensure readiness for future regulatory and stakeholder expectations.
To strengthen governance structures, we appointed a Global Compliance Manager to further enhance compliance standards across all regions, reinforce ethical business conduct, and mitigate regulatory and operational risks. Our compliance with the NIS-2 Directive (Network and Information Security) additionally confirms the advanced maturity of its cybersecurity measures.
We also continued our “PFISTERER one WORLD” program, supporting communities worldwide through employee-driven initiatives and team engagement activities.
As recognition of our sustainability performance, our largest subsidiary, PFISTERER Kontaktsysteme GmbH, was awarded the EcoVadis Gold Rating in 2025. The company thereby ranks among the top five percent of companies assessed worldwide in its industry.
In an increasingly volatile global environment marked by geopolitical uncertainty, we remain committed to our values and focused on driving sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
Our Goals
PFISTERER aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions as much as possible in the long term. In the short term, we focus on areas under our control where we can achieve the greatest impact. We measure progress using greenhouse gas emissions in CO2 equivalents (CO2e).
We involve all stakeholders in developing our sustainability strategy. This includes employees, suppliers, customers, investors, banks, and municipalities.
We support circular economy principles and strive to reduce waste. Through effective waste separation, we aim to reuse or recycle materials wherever possible.
We work to increase energy efficiency in our factories, addressing both rising emissions and energy costs worldwide. Numerous projects have been launched to reduce energy use through measurement, analysis, and optimisation.
We aim to improve material efficiency alongside energy efficiency. Productivity is enhanced through efficiency programs, recycling, and reuse.
Our zero-accidents policy focuses on preventing accidents before they occur. This includes dedicated safety officers in each plant and other preventive measures.
We design products for maximum lifespan with minimal environmental impact. Environmental and safety requirements are considered early in the development process.
Integrity is the foundation of our business. We comply with legal regulations, follow codes of conduct, and take responsibility in all our operations.
We promote equality across all our sites and at all levels of our organisation. Through equal opportunities and inclusive practices, we aim to foster a diverse and equitable workplace.
Contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations
PFISTERER is committed to implementing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These 17 SDGs aim to address global challenges such as poverty, hunger, climate change, and inequality by 2030, creating a sustainable future for generations to come. PFISTERER is dedicated to responsible action and contributes particularly to the following Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
SDG3: Good Health and Well-being
As a forward-thinking company, we prioritise the health and well-being of our employees by offering flexible work models and health promotion initiatives.
SDG5: Gender Equality
We advocate for gender equality by providing equal opportunities for all employees and addressing individual needs. We foster an open corporate culture that values diversity.
SDG7: Affordable and Clean Energy
Our products are integral to the energy grid, directly contributing to reliability. With low maintenance requirements and high reliability, they help reduce overall lifecycle costs.
SDG8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
At PFISTERER, all employees have the opportunity to fulfil their potential, take on responsibility, and contribute their ideas. This is facilitated through targeted training and development initiatives. Our goal is to provide secure jobs with high social benefits and a balanced work-life balance.
SDG9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Through our research and development efforts, we strive to develop innovative products and applications for global markets, promoting future fields such as sustainable energy generation and transmission, increasing mobility, and urbanisation.
SDG12: Responsible Consumption and Production
A central aspect of our sustainable practices is reducing resource consumption such as raw materials, energy, and water. We implement continuous measures to reduce our energy and resource consumption.
SDG13: Climate Action
Our products play a crucial role in building the smart grids of tomorrow and enabling the efficient transmission of renewable energy. In our own manufacturing processes, we continuously work to improve energy efficiency to reduce energy consumption and associated CO2e emissions.
