Schindler reinforces commitment to environmental stewardship with photovoltaic roof system, highly efficient windows, LED lighting, cradle-to-cradle recyclable carpeting and dual flush, metered plumbing fixtures. A dedicated website allows visitors to view real-time updates of energy savings and CO2 emission reductions from 1,236 photovoltaic panels.
MORRISTOWN, NJ, June 21, 2011 – As part of its ongoing commitment to environmental protection and sustainability, Schindler Elevator Corporation, a leading global elevator and escalator manufacturer, has made a multi-million dollar investment in sustainable technologies and the renovation of its North American headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey.
The company purchased the 42 year-old building about two years ago. Since the facility hadn’t been updated in over 12 years, a major renovation was necessary to improve its overall efficiency.
Once completed, the building will feature advanced energy saving features that will significantly reduce the facility’s energy use and carbon footprint.
Energy Saving Upgrades
“Sustainability has always been a driving force behind everything we do for our customers,” says Michael Landis, vice president, marketing at Schindler North America. “As building owners ourselves, we understand that in order to adopt a truly sustainable approach, we need to show our commitment to that sustainable vision right here in our own facilities.”
With comprehensive targets for economic, environmental and social performance, Schindler is going beyond the innovative products it has produced for years that redefine what it means to have an energy-efficient building transportation system. This three-tiered corporate strategy to sustainability reflects a renewed focus on every aspect of its operations. From key investments in state-of-the-art manufacturing and office facilities to corporate citizenship programs supporting sustainable urban development, Schindler is improving the impact of its infrastructure, products and services on the community and the environment.
“At Schindler, we recognize that sustainability is about much more than being ‘green’,” says Jakob Zueger, chief executive officer, Schindler Americas. “In addition to producing the innovative, energy efficient products we are known for, we are committed to continuously improving the environmental impact of our processes and are dedicated to giving back to the environment at every level of our business. The renovation of our North American headquarters is focused on reducing our carbon footprint. It is just one example of how Schindler is truly embracing the concept of sustainability.”
About Schindler Elevator Corporation
Schindler Elevator Corporation is the North American operation of the Schindler Group, founded in Switzerland in 1874 and a leading global provider of elevators, escalators and related services. Its innovative and environmentally-friendly access and transit-management systems make an important contribution to mobility in urban societies. A pioneer of sustainable mobility, Schindler is once again at the forefront of technological advance through its partnership with Solar Impulse, a cutting-edge project to fly around the world in a plane powered only by solar energy.
In 2010, the Schindler Group generated operating revenue of more than CHF 8 billion. Schindler mobility move one billion people every day all over the world. Behind the company’s success are 43,000 employees in over 100 countries.