At HITSA, we want to run the company in a way in which we take responsibility for social and environmental sustainability, as well as financial sustainability.
That is why, in 2020, HITSA developed a strategy for corporate sustainability.
Transparency in and documentation on how our products affect the environment is one of the basic principles of this strategy. The word “sustainability” is used often in advertisements and on websites without any real information about what this actually means. At HITSA, we want to provide as much information as we can. It will take time to acquire documentation on the materials, CO2 footprint and so on, and the more we do, the more we will learn about it. Therefore, we do not claim to be sustainable yet. We would prefer to see ourselves as working towards sustainability.
HITSA is a member of the local sustainability Green Network. In April 2021, Green Network approved our climate and environmental report for 2019-2020.
Here are the six focus areas regarding sustainability that HITSA has decided to work with on a regular basis in the coming years:
You can read more about the individual focus areas below.
HITSA developed a strategy for corporate sustainability in 2020.
We have opted to focus on CO2 reduction, as we want to do our share in helping to tackle the global climate challenges. We support the CO2 reduction targets set in the Paris Agreement and being implemented in countries throughout the world. Our customers are also concerned about reducing their CO2 emissions. We want to offer products that demonstrate transparency regarding CO2 emissions and to contribute to a total reduction in society as a whole.
This means, among other things, that:
Results:
All indoor lighting has been replaced with LEDs in 2020
We switched to energy from wind power in 2021
We have calculated our CO2e emissions using Klimakompasset (the Climate Compass) from the Danish Business Authority. The calculation serves as guidance and is used as a basis for reductions.
CO2 reduction
There are a number of sustainability labels and certifications. They communicate complex issues quickly and easily to our customers. What’s more, labels and certifications provide proof that when we talk about sustainability, we take it seriously. That is why we have chosen to focus on sustainability certification.
This means, among other things, that:
Results:
Sustainability certification
A circular economy is all about keeping resources in the value chain as long as possible – or to put it simply, throwing away as little as possible. That includes both recycling, reuse and extending the lifetime of products by, for example, repairing them. At HITSA we have chosen to work with a circular economy because it makes sense to avoid waste, not only in economic terms but also in terms of the environment. A circular way of thinking also contributes to reducing CO2 emissions and to a sustainable use of the planet’s resources.
This means, among other things, that:
Results:
A circular economy
In order to work with sustainability, we must first of all have a thorough understanding of our materials and suppliers. Therefore, HITSA will organise a mapping of materials and suppliers in relation to a number of factors. The mapping process will begin in 2021.
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Materials and suppliers
As a company, HITSA creates not only financial value, but also social value. Read more about social inclusion at HITSA here.
In addition to social inclusion, we also work with social sustainability at HITSA internally.
This means, among other things, that:
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Social sustainability
We need to practise what we preach. That’s why we work at strengthening social and environmental sustainability at our own three sites on a regular basis.
This means, among other things, that:
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Sustainability at sites registered to HITSA
We continuously strive to achieve the goals and implement the changes described above.
If you are interested in learning more about our work with social and environmental sustainability, then follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram. We post regular updates on our work with sustainability.
HITSA designs and manufactures urban furniture and cycling products.
Our benches, bollards, bicycle racks and shelters provide attractive outdoor environments and good functionality for people in urban spaces. Production takes place at our own facilities, with a focus on design, craftsmanship and quality. As a business, we work on making social inclusion and environmental and climate sustainability a part of our culture.
HITSA has 100 employees at our sites in Denmark, Sweden and Latvia, including metalworkers, carpenters, painters, designers, sales staff and installers.
Our values of honesty, responsibility and customer focus serve as guidelines for everything we do. We look forward to hearing how we can assist you.
HITSA A/S
Albuen 37, 6000 Kolding, Denmark
VAT no. 28 85 41 02
Phone: +45 7557 4155
E-mail: hitsa@hitsa.com