Sustainability

Northern lights, polar lights or aurora borealis in the night sky over the island of Senja in northern Norway. Snow-covered mountains in the background are illuminated by moonlight in a snow-covered landscape.

Going even further with sustainability

Illuminated cityscape at dusk, atmospheric play of light with Zumtobel lighting.

Creating light creates timelessness

Lighting solutions from Zumtobel are your key to the architecture of tomorrow. We see light holistically and create lighting solutions that excel, and not just because of their maximum energy efficiency. Our products also feature timeless design, future-proof technology and re-usable components.

our initiatives

Refurbishment

With our refurbishment kits, existing luminaires can be retrofitted quickly and easily – either as a standard solution or tailored to your individual needs. Countless projects demonstrate how simple it is to preserve resources and reduce CO₂.

Circular economy

We incorporate the circular economy from the very beginning: the Circular Design Rules provide guidance to ensure materials, design and offerings are geared towards circular use from the outset.

EPDs

Thanks to environmental product declarations, Zumtobel provides complete transparency about the ecological footprint of our luminaires. The focus is on CO2 emissions data, a solid foundation for the EU's decarbonisation goals.

Energy Efficiency

Zumtobel sets new standards with energy-efficient lighting solutions, integrating pioneering technology with sustainable benefits.

Grey, bright and elegant TRAMAO luminaire by Zumtobel

Circular economy

Return service and spare parts availability

The lifespan of TRAMAO can be extended to ensure long-term availability of spare parts. The fleece cover consists of 40% recycled PET, helping to conserve resources. Thanks to our return service, 60% of the felt and 90% of the aluminium go back into the material cycle after use.

Close-up of IZURA Zumtobel luminaire reflectors made from sustainable biocomposite material

EPDs

Transparent data for a climate-friendly future.

EPDs are a core part of Zumtobel's sustainability strategy, providing transparency over the environmental impact of lighting and buildings. The new Product Pass tracks CO2 emissions and resource usage throughout the entire lifecycle of a luminaire, serving as a crucial foundation for Green Building certifications and the EU Decarbonisation Initiative under the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD). Shape a more sustainable future with Zumtobel, building by building.

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Green Deal

The Green Deal is a series of political initiatives by the European Commission to make the European Union climate-neutral by 2050.

Modern architecture with a glass façade and garden lighting at dusk by Zumtobel

Subsidies

Zumtobel experts assist clients in the financing of sustainable lighting solutions. We possess extensive expertise in region-specific programs and local sales organisations. Plus, we provide figures for lighting design and sustainability certifications.

Modern architecture with Zumtobel lighting, sunset, and concrete walls.

Application knowledge

Zumtobel understands the application-specific potential of the Green Deal incentives for different countries and effectively shares our knowledge of sustainability for each application to the target audience. As a comprehensive lighting provider, we offer the most sustainable package of luminaires, lighting management systems, and services available on the market.

Winter mountain landscape with illuminated buildings and snow-covered streets at night by Zumtobel

Services

Light as a service for the Green Deal provides figures on decarbonisation and amortisation times by integrating financing and funding programs. Connectivity and services contribute to obtaining funding that extends far beyond the provision of sustainable lighting.

Sunrise over the Alps with a clear mountain lake and green hills, Zumtobel

Refurbishment

Enhance efficiency, lower costs, protect the environment.

With the phase-out of fluorescent technology, now is the perfect time to update antiquated systems and invest in future innovations. Refurbishment extends the lifespan, enhances energy efficiency and lowers costs, from optimal resource utilisation to reducing CO2 emissions. That is the way to meet the objective of the EPBD decarbonisation initiative by 2050. Modernise your lighting for a more efficient and brighter future.

TECTON DC – Pioneer in energy efficiency

Zumtobel is setting new benchmarks with direct current

TECTON DC marks the beginning of a new era in lighting supply: solar power can be used directly without unnecessary conversion losses. The result:

Lower power consumption
Lower operating costs
Greater sustainability

Thanks to smart features like the emergency lighting option and digital networking, TECTON DC combines efficiency with future-proofing – a clear benefit for the environment and businesses.

sustainable projects

Learn more about our sustainability practices

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Living and breathing sustainability

Our sustainability brochure

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