purchased electricity is 100% from renewable sources. These kinds of initiatives are replicated across our production site in Croatia.
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: How has sustainability influenced your product design
processes? I think it’s true to say that our environmental focus has stimulated real innovation in our design and manufacturing. HAIX products have a deserved reputation for quality and durability. HAIX products are not ‘throw away’ items. They are built to last. We have invested significantly in the development of sustainable materials. In addition, we are looking at ways to increase the use of recycled materials in the components that make up our footwear without diminishing its durability and functionality. We carry out extensive wear trials to make sure our footwear meets the high standards customers can expect from us and carry out quality testing in our own laboratories, looking at the products we produce as well as carrying out market surveillance on competitor products and alternative materials.
Products are designed to be repaired when necessary, extending the life of the product beyond others on the market. We have our own dedicated repair workshop, employing master shoemakers who can repair and service our products. In other regions, we have formed a network of trusted, skilled partners who can offer this service to customers across the globe. This also promotes the
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preservation of expertise (shoemaking) and regional jobs in the footwear industry.
Q: Are HAIX products fully recyclable?
Given the products are designed to be long lasting and offer protection against harsh environments, some critical component parts are difficult to be fully recyclable. However, HAIX shoes can be thermally recycled to generate electricity and heat that can be supplied to households and industry. Thermal recycling is an efficient and sustainable form of waste disposal that saves fossil fuel usage and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
Q: What can we expect in the
sustainable journey? We will be working on continuous improvement in the sustainability performance of our products - both in the ecological and social areas.
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In the area of climate protection, for example, we endeavour to avoid CO2 emissions at source instead of offsetting them. Our entire vehicle fleet will be converted to electromobility by 2026. The area of PV systems on our roofs has almost tripled in 2023 - further systems are being planned.
CO2 savings are also being planned in the areas of material consumption, logistics and employee journeys.
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