Polyvantis announced the commissioning of approximately 3.3 GWh of solar energy for its Weiterstadt manufacturing location in Germany. 

The company estimates it will reduce its carbon footprint by 750 metric tons annually through the implementation of solar energy. 

“The installation of the solar park is an important step toward a resource-efficient future and underscores our commitment to innovating for the future,” says Reinhard Tag, EVP of Manufacturing for POLYVANTIS, in a statement. “Through utilizing state-of-the-art methods such as solar energy, we are creating a future that promotes sustainable practices for our manufacturing operations.”

The solar plant is located on the company’s grounds and has an installed capacity of 3.6 MW and an expected annual energy production of approximately 3.3 GWh, making a significant contribution to sustainable electricity supply. Approximately 10% of the whole electric power consumption of the Weiterstadt site will be replaced with energy from the solar park.

The solar power will reduce the company’s Scope 2 emissions, and customers also benefit from a reduction in their Scope 3 emissions.

Polyvantis, a global, multi-material player that manufactures brands such as PLEXIGLAS® and ACRYLITE® for polymethylmethacrylate semi-finished products and LEXAN™ for polycarbonate sheets and films,  plans to invest in additional renewable energy sources.