Overview of Electricity Consumption within Logoplaste

*Combined Heat and Power

Overview of renewable electricity consumption within Logoplaste

*YoY - year on year improvement

At Logoplaste, we're making bold moves toward green energy. Using energy more efficiently and switching to renewables is key to reducing our footprint and hitting our emissions reduction targets.

In 2024, 43% of our electricity,  and 41% of total energy, came from renewable sources, totalling 637 909 GJ.

This is a 25% increase from 2023 and a 387% leap from our 2020 baseline, a solid step toward our emissions reduction goals and fully aligned with our purpose and way of operating.

Detailed energy consumption and the methodological process we use to analyze data can be consulted here.

Energy initiatives

Solar energy at Logoplaste Headquarters

In July 2024, Logoplaste began installing solar panels at our headquarters in Cascais, Portugal,  through an on-site Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). This initiative supports our commitment to clean energy and helps advance our sustainability targets.  The available rooftop space was optimized to host photovoltaic panels, enabling on-site renewable energy generation.
 
Key Highlights:
- Total panels installed: 376
- Installed capacity: 277 kWp
- Estimated annual energy production: 437 MWh
 
This solar installation is projected to reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 130 tons per year, the equivalent of planting 3,333 trees or offsetting the annual electricity consumption of 58 average households.
 
By integrating renewable energy solutions into our operations, Logoplaste reinforces its environmental commitments and leads by example in climate action.

Energy efficiency through cooling system upgrade

Logoplaste Chicago

The process cooling project was launched to address inefficiencies and environmental concerns associated with the existing cooling system. The project began with a comprehensive assessment of the plant’s cooling infrastructure.

A cross-functional team, with experts from AP Energy, Bender Energy, plant operations, and the corporate energy team, collaborated to evaluate system performance and identify operational bottlenecks. Using data collection and process mapping, the team discovered that inadequate cooling was causing longer cycle times, unplanned downtime, and increased energy use.

To solve these issues, the team implemented a new cooling system that integrates smart technology and energy-efficient methodologies. This upgrade resulted in a 75% reduction in energy consumption compared to the previous system, saving 4,934,882 kWh annually and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 3,489 metric tons.

To put this impact into context, the energy savings are equivalent to: - 392,592 gallons of gasoline consumed
- 402 homes powered for a complete year
- 753 vehicles removed from the road

In addition to the operations achievement, Global Supply Chain worked with the plant, challenging the energy supplier to recognize this energy optimization toward net-zero. In the end, this project received an award given by ComEd, Illinois, as the most significant energy saving process cooling project completed by an industrial customer.

“The Chicago plant is proud to lead the way in innovation, sustainability, and energy efficiency. By adopting advanced technologies and sustainable practices, we are setting new standards for environmental stewardship and operational excellence. These efforts show our commitment to continuous improvement and responsible manufacturing.”

Jonathan Lemire

Plant Manager
Logoplaste Chicago