Manufacturers can no longer confine sustainability to aspirational targets printed in their annual reports Sponsored by Deloitte
, using solar panels, wind turbines, and geothermal pumps to power their facilities.
By reducing waste and water usage, adjusting energy loads, and tapping into renewable resources, the factories of the future have the potential to drive measurable sustainability outcomes as well as reduced costs. This is particularly important as energy efficiency improvements are now being increasingly mandated by licensing authorities at the launch of a manufacturing operation or upon review once operational.
Ultimately, sustainable manufacturing can only be achieved by setting the right tone from the top, gaining buy-in, and considering all the change management implications.When it comes to sustainable manufacturing, significant change is afoot and it necessitates bigger thinking—especially on the factory floor. Manufacturers prepared to embrace the change will discover opportunities for innovation—with sustainability targets inspiring inventive green design and novel applications of technology.
But by focusing on long-term outcomes, working collaboratively with industry stakeholders, and adopting a deliberate and coordinated approach, manufacturers have the capacity to realize significant benefits on the road to sustainability. These range from improved competitiveness and efficiency to reduced costs and risks. Yet the true measures of success will extend well beyond the shop floor.
Geospatial World, July 17, 2018. “Factory automation and environmental benefits,” by Teresa Tomas. Accessed at
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