COVER STORY
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the to�i� �o i��ort�nt to � �o���n� �i�e ����
Sustainability is essential for AVL since it forms the basis
for the long-term competitiveness and innovative capability
of our company. In a world increasingly characterized by
resource shortages and climate challenges, it is imperative
that we, as a leading technology company, act responsibly.
Our technologies and services are key in reducing emissions
and en�ancing e�ciency and t�ere�y ma�e a significant
contribution to global sustainability.
�h�t �rive� ��� to ��r��e ���t�in���e �eve�o��ent��
The motivation for sustainable developments at AVL is
m�lti�aceted. �n t�e one �and we are striving to ��lfill
our ecological responsibility. On the other hand we see
sustainability as an opportunity to further solidify our market
leadership and offer innovative solutions that are both
environmentally �riendly and economically �eneficial. ��r
motivation is deeply rooted in the conviction that technological
innovation and sustainable business practices are inseparable.
Our aim is to not only act as a market leader, but also to
be a role model for environmental responsibility. With our
sustainable developments we want to actively pave the way
toward an emissions-free future.
�h�t �re the �ore e�e�ent� o� ����� ���t�in��i�it� �tr�teg��
�n� wh�t ��e�ifi� go��� �n� o��e�tive� �oe� it �efine�
Our sustainability strategy focuses on reducing our ecological
�oot�rint, en�ancing energy e�ciency, and develo�ing
technologies that help our customers achieve their own
s�staina�ility targets. ��ecific goals incl�de red�cing o�r ���
emissions, o�timi�ing reso�rce e�ciency, and contin�o�sly
developing solutions that combine environmental friendliness
with economic viability.
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thin� ��o�t �rofit��i�it� �n� ���t�in��i�it� �o��e�tive���
A holistic approach is paramount because sustainable
innovations can only reach their full potential if they are
economically viable as well. At AVL, we are convinced that
long-term success can only be achieved by integrating
sustainability into every single business process. By
com�ining s�staina�ility and �rofita�ility, we are ma�ing a
valuable contribution to protecting the environment while also
creating added value for our company and our customers.
��� i� �triving tow�r� net �ero� not ��i��te ne�tr��it�.
�h�t ex��t�� i� the �i��eren�e �n� wh� i� it �o i��ort�nt to
�i�ting�i�h �etween the ter���
Net zero means that we are reducing our emissions as far as
possible and are only compensating the unavoidable residual
emissions. In contrast, climate neutrality often refers merely
to offsetting emissions without necessarily aiming to reduce
them. This differentiation is important to us since we want to
make it clear that we are taking our responsibility seriously.
We don’t want to simply “buy our way out” of emissions, we
want to play an active part in reducing them.
�h�t �re the �igge�t �h���enge� �or ��� in i���e�enting the
���t�in���e tr�n��or��tion�
The biggest challenges are successfully scaling new
technologies while also ensuring their economic viability. In
addition, we need to comply with global regulatory requirements
and remain at the forefront of technological development at all
times. One of the most demanding aspects is the rapid pace of
technological transition, since we need to make sure that our
solutions are both up to date and future-proof.
�h�t �re the o��ort�nitie� ���o�i�te� with ����� ���t�in���e
tr�n��or��tion�
The sustainable transformation gives us the opportunity
to establish ourselves as pioneers in promising markets
and further expand our innovative capabilities. It creates
opportunities to deepen existing customer relationships and
establish new partnerships based on shared sustainability
goals. ��is strengt�ens o�r �rofile as a res�onsi�le com�any
and solidifies o�r relations�i�s wit� c�stomers and �artners.
�ow i��ort�nt i� it to ���o ��rther �eve�o� e���o�ee
��i���et� in the �re� o� ���t�in��i�it�� �ow �oe� ���
���ro��h thi��
The continuous development of our employees’ skills in
sustainability is vital. This is the only way we can maintain
our innovative strength and meet the demands of an evolving
market. Which is why AVL is investing heavily in training and
education to equip our team with the necessary knowledge
and skills that are essential for us to achieve our sustainability
targets.
Net Zero
and Beyond
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he�rt�
Developing technologies to reduce emissions in mobility is
particularly important to me because this is where there is
huge potential to make a positive environmental impact. At
��� we �ave t�e �ni��e o��ort�nity to ma�e a significant
contribution to environmental protection through our work,
while actively shaping the future of mobility.
Mobility, both in individual transportation and in the
trans�ortation sector, �lays a �ey role in t�e fig�t against
climate change, and at AVL we feel a responsibility to make
a notable difference with our technologies. Our passion for
sustainable innovation drives us to reduce emissions and pave
the way toward more climate-friendly mobility.
“Long-term success can
only be achieved by
integrating sustainability
into every single business
process.”
Interview with
Prof. Helmut List
“The sustainable
transformation gives
us the opportunity to
establish ourselves as
pioneers in promising
markets and further
expand our innovative
capabilities.”
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