Industry & Manufacturing

Accelerate the sustainability of energy-intensive processes without compromising business continuity.

Stable processes, even in the face of change

As an industrial enterprise, you operate daily in an environment where reliability, safety and efficiency form the foundation of your business continuity. Your machinery, processes and installations are the result of years of investment and craftsmanship. At the same time, pressure relating to energy use, raw materials and compliance continues to increase, while market dynamics, customer expectations and regulations demand ever greater transparency, flexibility and sustainability.

Initiatives such as the Energy Policy Agreement (EBO) and mandatory energy audits make energy performance measurable and comparable, but also introduce additional responsibilities and reporting requirements.

Your company wants to modernise without risking production downtime. Electrification, process optimisation, heat recovery, circular materials and stricter quality standards are evolving rapidly, often driven by changing market conditions, volatile energy prices and increasingly stringent legislation. The challenge lies in taking the right steps at the right time so that investments deliver returns, compliance is ensured and your business remains future-proof.

We support your business with a phased and pragmatic approach that respects existing infrastructure and takes into account EBO obligations, audit requirements and sector-specific standards. No theoretical exercises, but cost-effective and well-founded decisions that strengthen operational reliability, cost control and competitiveness, both today and in an increasingly fast-changing market.

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Metalworking and mechanical engineering

Companies in the metalworking and mechanical engineering sector face high energy consumption and CO₂ emissions due to complex production processes. Customers and investors increasingly demand transparency regarding emissions and sustainable production, while regulations and frameworks such as SBTi and CSRD continue to increase pressure.

Mapping Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions while combining sustainable innovation with cost efficiency remains a significant challenge. With Encon’s structured approach, organisations can not only comply with regulations, but also save energy, reduce CO₂ emissions and strengthen their reputation.

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Basic materials and raw materials

Companies in the basic materials and raw materials sector face major sustainability challenges due to intensive energy use, high CO₂ emissions and complex production chains. At the same time, pressure from customers, investors and partners is increasing to provide transparency on sustainability performance, while regulations such as SBTi and CSRD require organisations to report in a structured and systematic way.

Identifying and implementing effective reduction measures across Scopes 1, 2 and 3 can therefore be challenging. With a targeted and systematic approach, your company can reduce CO₂ emissions and improve energy efficiency while simultaneously strengthening its market position, reputation and compliance.

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Food and beverage industry

Energy- and water-intensive production processes, packaging materials and logistics chains present major sustainability challenges. CO₂ emissions, food waste and raw material consumption also require continuous attention. At the same time, pressure from customers, retailers and investors is increasing to report transparently on emissions and sustainability performance, while regulations such as SBTi, CSRD and sector-specific environmental legislation impose stricter requirements.

An additional challenge lies in identifying Scope 3 emissions — for example those linked to suppliers, transport and packaging — and translating these insights into concrete reduction measures. Without a clear strategy, sustainability initiatives often remain fragmented and difficult to measure.

By investing in the right approach, your organisation can reduce CO₂ emissions, save energy and strengthen its reputation, compliance and competitive position at the same time.

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Pharmaceuticals and biotech

Pharmaceutical and biotech companies face unique sustainability challenges due to energy-intensive production processes, strictly regulated laboratories and complex supply chains. Increasing attention is being paid to CO₂ emissions, water consumption, chemical waste and raw material use. Pressure from the value chain is also growing, with stakeholders demanding greater transparency regarding emissions and sustainability efforts.

This pressure is reinforced by regulations and frameworks such as SBTi, CSRD and sector-specific environmental standards, which place additional demands on compliance and reporting. One of the key challenges is identifying Scope 3 emissions — for example from suppliers and logistics — and translating them into concrete reduction measures without jeopardising operational continuity or product safety.

Encon helps pharmaceutical and biotech companies reduce CO₂ emissions, save energy and optimise raw material use while simultaneously strengthening their reputation, compliance and competitive position.

Textiles and clothing

The textiles and clothing industry faces significant sustainability challenges due to energy- and water-intensive production processes, the use of chemicals and complex global supply chains. CO₂ emissions, waste streams and environmental impact require continuous attention, while customers, retailers and investors increasingly expect transparent information on sustainable production practices.

Regulations and frameworks such as SBTi and CSRD further reinforce the need for structured sustainability management.

Gaining insight into Scope 3 emissions is essential for taking effective action. Encon helps your company implement a systematic approach that enables you to reduce energy and water consumption as well as CO₂ emissions, while strengthening your reputation, compliance and market position.

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