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KONE 2016 | SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
ENVIRONMENT - OPERATIONS
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Improving the eco-efficiency
of our facilities
KONE has over 1,000 facilities globally,
including office spaces and installation and
service operation hubs. KONE has a Global
Facility Policy approved by the Executive Board,
which aims at a harmonized approach in the
selection and management of our facilities.
The policy aims at developing fit-for-purpose
facilities and eco-efficient operations as well as
providing a safe and secure work environment
for all KONE employees.
In 2010, KONE set a target to reduce the
facility-related carbon footprintby 15% relative
to headcount by the end of 2016.
This target was reached by:
• Improving space efficiency at KONE facilities
• Optimizing energy usage in heating, ventila-
tion, air conditioning, and in lighting systems
by using proximity sensors and LED lights
• Deploying energy-saving practices for
computers and office equipment
• Increasing the share of green electricity
• Improving material efficiency in
manufacturing, warehousing, and offices
• Reducing waste and further improving
recycling
• Selecting eco-efficient service suppliers
• In addition, new KONE buildings should be
designed according to LEED or other green
building standards. Green buildings should
be chosen when relocating KONE facilities
to existing buildings
In May 2016, 180 solar panels were installed in KONE Oslo’s passive energy house covering one third of the rooftop.
SOLAR PANELS INSTALLED IN
NORWAY HEAD OFFICE
The KONE Norway head office moved
to a passive energy house in 2012.
The expected return on investment
was achieved one year ahead of
schedule and it was decided that
the money saved in energy costs
would be invested in the installation
of solar panels in May 2016. Panels
produce around 40,000 kWh annually,
which equals to 20% of electricity
consumption of all lighting in the
building. The KONE Oslo head office
is currently one of the most energy
efficient buildings in Norway.