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09-05-2025
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Cutting Carbon: How Rompa Group Is Leading the Charge in Sustainable Manufacturing

In recent decades, the climate crisis has evolved from a looming threat to a current emergency. One of the most significant drivers of global warming is the release of carbon dioxide (CO₂) into the atmosphere. These carbon emissions are primarily caused by the burning of fossil fuels for energy, transportation, and industrial processes. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), we must cut global emissions by 45% by 2030 to avoid catastrophic warming beyond 1.5°C.

Every sector plays a role in this effort, but the manufacturing industry stands out, both as a major emitter and as a field ripe with potential for transformation. Manufacturing accounts for approximately 20% of global CO₂ emissions, making it a critical sector to reform if we’re to meet global climate targets.

What Are Carbon Emissions, Really?

Rompa Group, a global manufacturer of plastic components and electronics, has made an exceptional commitment to environmental sustainability — and in 2024, the results speak for themselves.

Did you know Rompa Group improved its CDP Climate Score from F to B in just one year?

That’s not just an improvement,  it’s a quantum leap. The B score is the highest rating an SME (small to medium enterprise) can achieve under the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), which is recognized as the global gold standard for climate reporting and transparency.

 

 What is the CDP?

CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) is an international nonprofit that helps companies and governments disclose their environmental impact. Think of it as the climate accountability scorecard.

CDP’s climate scores (ranging from A to F) measure how well a company:

  • Identifies environmental risks

  • Sets and achieves reduction targets

  • Implements measurable actions to reduce emissions

  • Shows transparency in disclosing their data

A score of B means Rompa Group is performing above average, especially for its industry. For reference, most companies globally score in the C range, indicating a basic awareness but limited action.

 

 What Rompa Group Has Achieved So Far

Rompa’s bold efforts are not just about optics or ticking ESG checkboxes. The company has implemented real, measurable actions that significantly reduce its carbon footprint.

Here are the key highlights:

70% Reduction in Direct CO₂ Emissions

Rompa Group has slashed its Scope 1 emissions — the emissions directly caused by its operations, such as on-site fuel combustion — by a staggering 70%.

This was accomplished through:

  • Transitioning away from fossil-fuel-dependent machinery

  • Electrifying operations where possible

  • Optimizing production efficiency

  • Eliminating wasteful energy usage

 

Two-Thirds of Factories Now Powered by 100% Renewable Energy

Energy is the beating heart of any manufacturing process. Rompa Group has invested heavily in renewable energy solutions, ensuring that over 66% of its global factories run on 100% green electricity.

That includes:

  • Solar panels and photovoltaic systems

  • Contracts with renewable energy providers

  • Real-time energy monitoring and optimization

This transition reduces Scope 2 emissions, which are indirect emissions from purchased electricity.

 

Net-Zero Emissions Goal by 2030

Rompa Group has publicly committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2030, two decades ahead of many global corporations and even national governments.

This ambitious goal means:

  • Cutting Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions as much as possible

  • Offsetting the remainder via certified carbon credits

  • Partnering with suppliers to decarbonize the entire supply chain

  • Innovating sustainable materials and processes at the design level

In a world where "net-zero" commitments often come with vague timelines, Rompa’s 2030 target is nothing short of visionary.

Enter Rompa Genius: AI Meets Green Innovation

Rompa Genius is Rompa Group’s proprietary AI chatbot, trained on everything from plastic engineering to sustainability practices. Whether you’re a procurement manager, an engineer, or a sustainability officer, Rompa Genius offers guidance on:

  • How to select more eco-friendly materials

  • Best practices in energy-efficient production

  • Optimizing designs for reduced emissions

  • Carbon tracking and reporting tips

By making sustainability expertise accessible and actionable, Rompa Genius is helping companies lower their environmental impact, and their costs.

👉 You can try it here: Rompa Genius