Responsible resource use

Optimizing performance, reducing impact 
Reducing emissions and resource consumption at the customer site is one of the most significant levers for progress in the packaging industry. At BOBST, over 90% of a machine’s lifecycle carbon footprint occurs during its use phase. Our ambition is clear: design machines that help converters reduce energy use, minimize material waste, and maintain performance in a cost-competitive and regulated environment. 
 
Delivering on our Scope 3 ambition 
In line with our commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative, BOBST has set a validated target to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030. To reach this objective, we are focusing on the environmental impact of our machines once installed at customer sites, where their long-term performance and efficiency are decisive for emissions reductions. 
 
Building capability to drive transformation 
To accelerate this transformation, BOBST has deployed a structured approach across product development and operations. By the end of 2024, more than 98% of our relevant machines had been evaluated using a standardized sustainability machine evaluation sheet. These assessments focus on electricity, compressed air, and gas consumption, providing insights into efficiency hotspots and areas for technical improvement. This program complements the ongoing deployment of BOBST Connect – our digital platform enabling real-time monitoring of energy consumption at customer sites. 
 
Empowering progress through training and tools 
In parallel, we are building internal capabilities to support these efforts. Since 2022, BOBST has delivered targeted training to 556 employees through climate and energy workshops and trained 409 employees via eco-design e-learning programs. In 2024, sales and marketing teams were included for the first time, ensuring consistent knowledge across customer-facing roles. From 2025 onwards, sustainability awareness will be embedded into the onboarding of all new employees. 
 
These actions form the foundation of our responsible resource use strategy: enabling customers to reduce their footprint, meet new regulatory requirements, and adapt to a more resource-constrained market. 
 
Invest in efficiency 
Reducing energy use, resource consumption, and production waste 
With more than 90% of a packaging machine’s carbon emissions occurring during its use phase, minimizing energy and material consumption is a key priority at BOBST. Our engineering teams focus on solutions that reduce operational impact without compromising performance. In 2024, several innovations were launched to help converters lower their footprint and enhance process efficiency.