Wherever possible, we develop formulations with maximum biodegradability using renewable raw materials from resource-conserving production and regional sources.

Many of our products – including those in the private label sector – have been awarded appropriate seals such as the ÖNORM or Nordic Swan Ecolabel.

One example is our sustainable ECOPRO washing chemicals range, which has been awarded the strict Scandinavian Nordic Swan Ecolabel. This means that the products exceed the requirements for the biodegradability of the ingredients in accordance with the Detergents Regulation. The raw materials used also increase safety for people and the environment.

Durch die Weiterentwicklung von Rezepturen für Hochkonzentrate verringern sich das Volumen und somit die Ressourcen für Verpackung und Transport.

Allergens and fragrances in particular can pose a health risk for sensitized people such as asthmatics.

One example of many: The formulation of the “Windscreen Cleaner Winter” concentrate was originally labeled with the hazard statement “H373 – May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure”. By reducing and replacing critical raw materials, this labeling could be omitted. At the same time, the full performance of the product could be maintained.

Quality management according to DIN EN ISO 9001:2015
Environmental management according to DIN EN ISO 14001:2015

Renewable raw materials help to conserve finite fossil resources and are largely CO2-neutral. Rural areas in particular benefit from renewable raw materials, as they preserve and create new jobs. They can also contribute to the preservation of biodiversity.

From EasyPack, the Bag-in-Box and packaging made from recyclate and glass to mono-materials, bio-based stretch film, cardboard packaging made from FSC-certified material and triggers & applicators made from ocean waste plastic (OWP) – we are constantly working on successively increasing the proportion of recycled packaging and establishing new, innovative packaging systems.

Our advantageous “Bag-in-Box” container is the sustainable alternative to the usual plastic canister for car wash chemicals. The container consists of an environmentally friendly cardboard outer box and an inner film bag. Compared to the canister, the bag consists of around 90 % less plastic. This not only saves a lot of CO2 during production, but also during transportation. Find out more here.

z. e.g. through refill stations at the POS. Savings through optimization of volume and weight. Transport of goods loose on pallets.

of packaging, e.g. transport boxes and triggers & applicators.

This is the only way we can ensure compliance with our guidelines, which include respect for human rights and fair working conditions, for example.

Wherever possible, we use regionally based suppliers. This has environmental and social benefits: lower transportation costs thanks to shorter distances, greater flexibility and higher environmental and occupational health and safety standards.

Mining raw materials in the most emission-optimized, environmentally friendly and resource-conserving way possible. We cooperate with our suppliers to procure raw materials responsibly.

The machines and systems are operated using 100% green electricity. In addition, the focus is on the efficient use of energy and the constant search for potential savings. At Dr.Stöcker, all lamps were converted to LED lighting in 2019. This enabled us to reduce electricity consumption by around 74% in 2020 alone. This corresponds to a reduction in CO2 emissions of around 37,000 kg.

These take place at low temperatures, require less energy and produce less toxic waste.

Reduction of shrinkage in formulation and packaging by developing concepts to prevent shrinkage.

Savings can be achieved, for example, by reusing the rinse water in the next production run.

Reduction of energy consumption through optimal thermal insulation and the use of renewable energies, such as photovoltaics. Use of LED lighting.

Reduction of energy consumption through optimal thermal insulation and the use of renewable energies, such as photovoltaics. Use of LED lighting.

Transport of goods loose on pallets. Use of exchange boxes and environmentally friendly packaging materials, such as bio-based stretch film.

The focus is on reducing the fleet’s CO2 emissions. Switching to vehicles with more environmentally friendly drive systems, such as electric, biofuels, LPG or hydrogen. Our forklift fleet is already 100% electrified.

Our forwarding company not only has the “Compliant Carrier” certificate, which stands for legally compliant organization and working methods, but also the “Green Carrier” certificate, which guarantees energy-efficient logistics with an A+ classification. The company also participates in the “Green Logistics World Initiative” with the “GreenCheck” according to DIN 16258.

Dr.Stöcker takes responsibility for its employees along the value chain and is committed to providing an attractive and healthy working environment. This applies, for example, to the areas of training, promotion and further training, occupational safety, work-life balance, employee rights and gender equality.

Our office building is constantly being modernized. This includes the complete switch to LED lighting for all areas. In addition, the investment in a photovoltaic system is currently being prepared. As in production, only green electricity from hydropower is used in administration.

In order to keep fuel consumption as low as possible, we are increasingly switching to electric and hybrid vehicles. An electric car and e-bikes are available to our employees for journeys between our plants and also for regional errands.

Where feasible, we dispense with paper-based documents by digitizing all paper-based processes and replacing them with purely digital workflows, e.g. digital document management systems (DMS, CRM, etc.). Where not possible, we are switching to fine dust-free and low-energy inkjet printers. Compared to laser printers, these consume around 96% less electricity, produce 94% less waste and reduce CO2 emissions by up to 92%.

cannot always be avoided. We try to offset the resulting emissions through voluntary CO2 compensation (in the form of certificates). Otherwise, we hold all conferences digitally and would like to maintain this tried-and-tested practice even after the coronavirus pandemic.

We also want to motivate our employees to act in an environmentally conscious manner and support them, for example, by providing charging stations for electric vehicles. Since 2019, Dr.Stöcker has provided charging stations with 100% green electricity for electric and hybrid vehicles.

By switching from diesel vehicles to hybrid company cars, for example, around 1,600 diesel fuel could be saved per vehicle in 2020. This corresponds to a CO2 reduction of around 4,160 kg. There is also the option of leasing a job bike as an additional employee benefit.

A bee meadow with flowering plants is planned on a specially designated compensation area. Wherever possible, we are reducing compacted areas and giving nature space to create habitats for insects and plants. At the same time, these areas also help to cool the surrounding area in increasingly hot summers.

With the climate-neutral production of our advertising calendars, we are offsetting 100% of our CO2 emissions and supporting the repair of well systems in East Africa.

The aim of the project is to reduce flue gas emissions caused by boiling contaminated water. In rural regions of Malawi, outdated and no longer usable well systems are being repaired to ensure access to clean water.