We’re actively shaping tomorrow by minimising our environmental impact today. Our sustainable practices are creating ripples of positive change, both within our facilities and beyond.
In motion towards a sustainable future: our commitment to the planet.
Sustainable Development Goals
VANGEST is committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), established in 2016. These 17 goals guide global development strategies through to 2030 and represent a shared vision for humanity. Through our business practices, we aim not only to drive innovation and efficiency in the industrial and medical sectors but also to minimize environmental impact, promote social inclusion, and strengthen the communities where we operate.
Five key pillars of SDG’s
People
Placing people at the heart of strategy and action for sustainable development. Ending poverty and hunger worldwide, and ensuring dignity, equality, and access to a healthy environment for all.
Prosperity
Driving towards a more prosperous society respecting both people and the planet. Ensuring that everyone can enjoy a fulfilling, prosperous life, and that economic, social, and technological progress occurs in harmony with nature.
Planet
Protecting the Earth from environmental degradation caused by patterns of consumption and production. Making activities more environmentally friendly is a key priority, alongside measures to tackle climate change and manage natural resources responsibly.
Peace
Promoting peace is essential. Working towards peaceful, just, and inclusive societies, free from fear and violence.
Partnerships
Achieving the SDGs is only possible through partnerships and the engagement of all. Mobilising the means required to implement the goals through a Global Partnership for Sustainable Development, built on solidarity and focused on the needs of the most vulnerable.
Our Iniciatives
VANGEST is committed to continuously contributing to a balanced integration between human life and nature, actively engaging in the search for solutions to the planet’s sustainability challenges. The company integrates the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into its business strategy as part of this ongoing effort.
People & Prosperity
Voluntary Initiatives
As members of society, we value the importance of active participation in various local and regional areas and initiatives. We promote volunteering within the VANGEST community.
Sport & Sponsorship
Promoting sustainability is also about promoting well-being. Our employees include athletes of different ages and disciplines. Supporting them is part of VANGEST culture.
Education Commitment
We are linked both regionally and nationally to different educational institutions such as universities, polytechnics and vocational schools.
What we do for our planet
7879 Ton
Avoided CO₂ emissions through the use of solar panels installed on the rooftops of our facilities, enabling clean energy production and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
7903 MWh
Clean energy generated from investments in photovoltaic systems and energy-efficient technologies, reinforcing our commitment to sustainable industrial operations.
6322 Ton
Reduction in coal usage thanks to optimised energy systems and more efficient processes across our production units, leading to lower environmental impact.
426 763
Environmental benefit equivalent to the planting of over 426 thousand trees, reflecting the positive impact of our actions on global carbon sequestration and ecosystem preservation.
Facilities built to optimise energy consumption
State-of-the-art industrial machinery with the highest level of energy efficiency.
We encourage the use of electric cars and you will find charging stations within our complex for a worry-free commute.
We all have reusable bottles to fill in one of the multiples water dispensers.
Recycling facilities in each workspace.
We have a state-of-the-art metal swarf recycling system for zero waste.
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
ESG factors are impact indicators that enable the measurement of companies’ and organisations’ contributions to sustainability, through the outcomes of their practices in the environmental, social, and governance domains.
When implementing their sustainability strategies, companies should identify the SDGs they consider a priority, based on the issues that most affect their operations, and select for each of them a set of ESG criteria. These criteria will serve as benchmarks for performance and will highlight the contribution of their business to sustainable development.
Our ESG Commitments:
Environmental
VANGEST is committed to minimising the environmental impact of its activities by promoting shared ecological awareness and adopting responsible practices. We aim to inspire a better quality of life not only for our employees but also for the wider community.
VANGEST has implemented environmental management practices focused on the prevention and reduction of environmental impacts, and on supporting sustainable development. These principles are firmly embedded in the company’s policies.
Social
VANGEST is committed to contributing to a more sustainable world and embracing its responsibilities in the areas of Human Rights, Decent Work, Environmental Protection, and Anti-Corruption.
Guided by the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact, VANGEST strives to foster a culture of integrity, taking responsibility for people and the planet. This commitment lays a solid foundation for the long-term success of the entire organisation.
Environmental
VANGEST promotes a culture of integrity and responsibility, supported by clear policies, internal oversight, and continuous improvement across its operations.
Through structured governance and a commitment to transparency, the company ensures ethical conduct, legal compliance, and informed decision-making that strengthens trust and drives sustainable growth. This approach reinforces accountability at every level and reflects VANGEST’s dedication to long-term value creation.
