A focus on our sustainability initiatives
Welcome to our blog! At starlim and sterner, we endeavour to continually make our production processes environmentally friendlier and more efficient. The following articles will introduce you to our most important sustainability initiatives, ranging from photovoltaic systems and more energy-efficient LED lighting to innovative heat pump projects. Join us to discover how we reduce our ecological footprint and contribute to the energy revolution through modern technologies and sophisticated concepts. Trace our progress on the road to a more sustainable future!
The power of the Sun: Sustainable energy generation at starlim and sterner
As part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability, starlim and sterner are increasingly focusing on renewable energies. An important part of this strategy is the use of photovoltaic systems (PV systems) at our sites in Marchtrenk, Weißkirchen and Lambach.
Optimum room temperature for efficiency and comfort
A central component of our sustainability strategy is the intelligent control of our indoor air conditioning, this being designed to minimise energy consumption and, simultaneously, to ensure a pleasant working atmosphere.
A focus on sustainability: Construction of our new production plant in Nantong, China
Construction of our new production plant in Nantong, China is continuing to plan and extremely successful.
Part of the “Industrial Leaders” energy revolution project
starlim and sterner are proud to be part of the significant “Industrial Leaders” energy revolution project. Initiated by Energiesparverband Oberösterreich, the regional energy agency of Upper Austria, this project aims to support and promote efforts in industry to achieve decarbonisation, meaning the reduction of carbon consumption.
Conversion to electromobility and expansion of the charging infrastructure
A major part of our company fleet has been converted to electric vehicles in recent years. We have installed new charging stations at our main location in Marchtrenk to support this transformation.
More fresh air and energy efficiency in production
Targeted alteration of air duct routing means that even more fresh air is conveyed into our production facilities. Specially created air outlets prevent draughts, thus improving the indoor climate considerably.
Pioneering InduGrid project
starlim and sterner are part of InduGrid, a project from the NEFI innovation network which regards an energy exchange between companies as the next step towards the conservation of energy resources and the reduction of CO².
Optimised exploitation of compressed air
An ultramodern central compressed air plant has been commissioned at the main location in Marchtrenk. All components of the old plant were gradually replaced by innovative and energy-efficient equipment during the course of this project.
Energy efficiency through LED conversion
In the context of our comprehensive sustainability strategy, we implemented extensive LED retrofitting in 2021 in all our production facilities, converting existing lamps completely to modern LED technology while, simultaneously, setting a new standard for extensions and new structures.
Heat pump project: A milestone in decarbonisation
In the context of our commitment to sustainability and the reduction of CO₂ emissions, we replaced the existing oil heating on our premises in Marchtrenk through a state-of-the-art heat pump system.
A world leader in efficient injection moulding
The world’s largest liquid silicone processing company sees energy efficiency as a competitive advantage
starlim-sterner is a climate allicance operation
Environmental awareness increases
As a big employer starlim-sterner has a great deal of social responsibility. Therefore, the company has recently become a partner of the climate alliance Upper Austria.
Handover of second e-car sharing vehicle in Marchtrenk
starlim-sterner takes over the costs
The citizens of Marchtrenk have already had the option of getting around using an innovative and at the same time environmentally-friendly method, e-car sharing, for about three months.