JELD-WEN, a leading manufacturer of timber fire doorsets, has reported a 10% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions since 2021 across its global footprint, as it continues to target net zero in its operations.
The results published in the company’s 2024 Sustainability Report reflect the progress JELD-WEN has made in embedding sustainability into its operations, from energy efficiency upgrades to smarter resource management and renewable energy use.
At its flagship sustainability facility in Penrith, JELD-WEN has already achieved zero waste to landfill and transitioned to 100% renewable energy, supported by biomass boilers powered by timber by-products.
The site’s ongoing investment in low-carbon technology, including electric forklift fleets and smart energy monitoring, has played a key role in reducing emissions, improving operational efficiency and securing Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze status for selected door ranges.
Building on this progress, JELD-WEN has also announced the relocation of its Sheffield operations to a new, purpose-built facility at Bessemer Park, designed to support sustainable manufacturing. The modern site is being developed to improve operational efficiency, reduce environmental impact and provide an enhanced working environment for employees.
“Sustainability is at the heart of how we operate,” said Hamish White, director of operations at JELD-WEN UK. “We’re investing in efficient technology, renewable energy and responsible processes that make a measurable difference to our carbon footprint, all while ensuring we continue to deliver the quality and reliability our customers expect.
“Tackling operational emissions has been a key priority for the UK, and we have made substantial progress in supporting the company’s global reduction of 10 per cent,” Hamish continued. “We are continuing to make improvements to operate more sustainably, as well as look at effective ways to bring down scope 3 emissions.’’
Across its UK operations, JELD-WEN continues to make progress against its long-term ESG commitments, which include achieving net zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions and eliminating manufacturing waste to landfill by 2050.
Click here to view the full 2024 Sustainability report.
