Energy efficiency

Energy efficiency of production systems is treated as a priority at the Capital Group companies, despite the fact that they run business in the sector which has a major impact on climate.

The consumption of energy is subject to planning and monitoring. The particular units must report their actual energy consumption, and – when the planned volumes are exceeded – the growth-cause analysis is carried out. Meters are installed both at the place of supply and consumption of utilities.

The readings form basis for the costs allocation to the sources of their origin. This is measured with the use of a dedicated system which ensures real-time control of all utilities processing devices. Data concerning their operation are transmitted to the central management point, which ensures immediate response to or correction of any deviations. Saving activities are implemented following efficiency audits carried out.

Electricity is used at the companies, for example, to power production and auxiliary devices and also to illuminate halls and rooms. Natural gas is used in the processes of heat treatment and to heat rooms. The thermal energy purchased is used to heat rooms. The companies do not use any energy from nuclear sources, or coal and coal products.

There was appointed a team for energy transformation whose role is to ensure energy supply and search for projects that result in energy consumption reduction and improvement of energy efficiency.