Airbus has cut VOCs emissions by nearly 30% since 2006 across European sites
02 June 2016
Since 2006, Airbus has decreased harmful VOCs (volatile organic compounds) emissions by more than 60% compared to revenue and nearly 30% in absolute terms) across its European sites.
This improvement was underscored with recent achievements in Europe—such as the installation of a new washer for painting tools at Saint-Eloi, France; the replacement of a solvent-based primer with a water-based alternative at Puerto Real, Spain; and implementation of a new water-based touch-up paint dispensing/distribution process at Broughton, UK.
Minimizing harmful emissions is a continuing focus at Airbus as part of its multi-pronged Blue5 initiative for improved environmental performance. In addition to the VOC guidelines, Blue5 sets targets for conserving energy and water, as well as reducing waste and CO2 emissions.
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