Sustainable lighting
Today, tomorrow, and in the future
Sustainability is more than just a buzzword for us
At XAL, we see sustainability as a core value that is reflected in all areas of our company. We are proud that our products make a significant contribution to improving our customers‘ carbon footprints by offering energy-efficient, durable, and high-quality lighting solutions. For us, environmental responsibility is every bit as important as social responsibility. We greatly value respectful, fair, and transparent cooperation, both internally and externally.
"Our product innovations aim to offer the best lighting solution for every area of application with optimised energy efficiency and durability."
Martin Dlaska, Managing Director XAL Holding GmbH
Product development
XAL stands for innovation – and sustainability is always considered. This has a long tradition: In the 2000s, we recognised earlier than many others that LEDs as a durable and energy-efficient technology would be the lighting industry’s future. Then as now, we are continuously improving our products – be it in terms of longevity, efficiency, carbon footprint, but also regarding the interchangeability and reusability of components and materials. Our innovations in sensor-controlled lighting also help our customers save even more energy.
"We know how important it is to evaluate measures objectively and transparently, which is why we align our sustainability strategy with internationally recognised standards. However, our aim is to go beyond this and set our own standards in order to bring about real change."
Martin Dlaska, Managing Director XAL Holding GmbH
Sustainability report - science based
Achieving our goals requires reliable, transparent, and comparable data. This data enables us to understand our current position and anticipate future challenges. Our reporting is guided by internationally recognized frameworks, including the Greenhouse Gas Protocol and the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), and considers environmental, social, and ethical aspects of sustainability in line with ESG principles. Looking ahead, we will align our reporting with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) to further enhance transparency and comparability. We invite you to accompany us on our journey toward climate neutrality. Our Sustainability Report provides detailed insight into our achievements
Ecovadis
We believe that our actions and our products’ life cycle must be traceable and transparent, which makes alignment with clear standards indispensable. Accordingly, we are certified in accordance with the environmental management standard ISO 14001:2015, in addition to ISO 9001:2015. We also rely on independent rating agencies to assess our corporate social responsibility: EcoVadis regularly evaluates our corporate social responsibility holistically and based on objective criteria with a focus on the environment, labour and human rights, ethics, and responsible procurement. XAL GmbH's Graz site was recently awarded the Platinum Medal for this. The platinum rating is only awarded to the top 1% of companies.
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)
Product life cycle analyses, or Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) as they are also known, are an important tool for better understanding our products' environmental impact from production through its service life to the end of use. This enables us to identify potential for further improvements and build on this in product development. Our environmental product declarations follow ISO 14025/ EN 15804, allowing us to share the results of our analyses with our customers in a transparent, objective, and externally verified manner.
Our product innovations prioritize energy efficiency while delivering the best lighting solution for every application, with long-lasting durability.
An energy-efficient future
Due to the significant rise in energy costs and increasing efficiency requirements, it is essential to take a closer look at the energy performance of lighting. Higher standards do not have to mean less light. Switching to modern, energy-efficient solutions is the key to moving forward. Whether for shops, offices, or educational institutions, we use specific planning examples and completed projects to demonstrate sustainable lighting solutions for your future projects. Together, we will work towards a sustainable future.
UN Global Compact
Since 2020, we have been a member of the UN Global Compact initiative, whose principles guide our interactions with each other and our environment, our supply chain management, and our resource strategies. We are committed to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and actively contribute to achieving these goals. We have already contributed to eight of the 17 SDGs through our activities, including our measures on climate protection, training, and health and safety in the workplace.
At your service, worldwide
We are here for you. From selecting the perfect luminaire for your specific project to supporting you with energy-efficient lighting planning, we are your trusted partner in all aspects of lighting. We look forward to bringing your vision to life together.
