Green transition

The demand for alternative fuel services, particularly electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, is rapidly increasing across the European Union (EU). This article explores the key industry drivers that are shaping and propelling this development. Understanding these drivers is crucial for shaping the future of clean transportation and contributing to a sustainable future for all.

Digitalization, the green transition and geopolitical drivers of change shape the operating environment for Etteplan and our customers.

The global battle against climate change also transforms the realm of energy. One novelty is the energy flexibility demand market, which can significantly benefit manufacturing industries. What exactly is happening, and what is the role of smart factories and Industry 5.0?

Warming climate and its global effects are visible and affect the operations of companies and organizations. The amount of greenhouse gas emissions that intensify the global warming, i.e. the carbon footprint, must be reduced in all sectors globally. Calculating the current state of carbon footprint (baseline) is vital for companies to understand how much emissions are caused from the operations, and which factors are causing the biggest carbon footprint. After calculating the baseline, actions for reductions can be planned by drawing up a climate roadmap.

Industry 5.0 is making its way to manufacturing, but manufacturers are still figuring out how to make the most out of their 4.0 transformation. This article covers the basic steps to kickstart efforts toward a more ethical, sustainable, and human-centric industry.

Industrial players are still figuring out what industry 4.0 means for their businesses, yet the European Commission driven 5.0 is suddenly lifting its head. Is the manufacturing industry facing yet another revolution to transform everything they once knew?

Green design is increasingly visible in today’s appliance design. In practice, it means making sustainable choices such as more wear-resistant components, greener packaging, and anticipating the availability of spare parts. Even a small design decision can have a tenfold impact when it is finally put into production. 

The world is changing, and manufacturing needs to change too. Better sustainability of products and equipment is demanded by consumers and EU directives alike. We talked with Max Falenius, Head of Software and Embedded Services at Etteplan, about what sustainability means in manufacturing and how to prepare for the future now. 

Companies need to start paying attention to the decisions they make when designing devices and hardware. Component shortage alone affects everyone for years to come, but companies must also cut down the carbon footprint of their operations and products. The EU regulations also enforce the energy efficiency of any electronic devices produced. To prioritize sustainable […]