Consistent saving of resources
The eco-design principle
Geberit uses the eco-design principle to comprehensively align product development with ecological criteria – across their entire product life cycle. Products are tested for numerous criteria with the aim that every new or further developed product is ecologically better than its predecessor.
The company aims to use the resources required to manufacture a product intelligently and prudently in order to impact the environment as little as possible. The focus is on durability and quality as early as the product development stage. At the centre of these efforts are ecological materials and functional principles, minimised risks and a high level of resource efficiency in the production process and for the product itself.
Efficient analysis
As a result, employees from various disciplines take part in special eco-design workshops. The workshops include a systematic product analysis across the entire life cycle, a verification of statutory requirements as well as an analysis of competitors’ products. Because Geberit regards eco-design as the key to establishing a resource-efficient and durable product range, the resulting ecological optimisations should be incorporated into every new product.