Published: 05/15/2023

GRAF Implements a Large Solar Power System to Enhance Sustainability Efforts

Teningen-based environmental products specialist GRAF has successfully activated a new photovoltaic system on the roof of its Neuried plant, located in Ortenaukreis. The installation consists of over 3,000 solar modules manufactured by the German company Axitec, boasting a combined capacity of more than 1,200 kWp. Covering an expansive module area of approximately 6,000 square metres, this solar power system stands out as one of the largest in the region.

"We are delighted to contribute to sustainability by leveraging this photovoltaic system, which not only reduces emissions but also yields significant cost savings," says Otto P. Graf, Managing Director of the family-owned company. GRAF specialises in the production of environmentally friendly rainwater harvesting systems, stormwater atteuation tanks, and firefighting water storage units, all manufactured with a strong focus on resource efficiency. "In the future, we will utilise the electricity generated by this system to power the production of our large tanks, which were previously reliant on gas as an energy source." Graf further notes that the current solar installation already meets over 70 percent of the Neuried site's annual electricity consumption.

Furthermore, GRAF has initiated a project to harness electricity and gas from a neighbouring biogas plant, aiming to significantly reduce dependence on fossil fuels. The company is equally committed to environmental protection and sustainability across various aspects of its operations. Approximately 75 percent of the materials used by GRAF are derived from recycled sources, primarily from the company's own plastic recycling facility at the raw materials competence centre in Herbolzheim. At this facility, plastic household waste is processed and repurposed. Neuried marks the fourth location for the family-owned company in the region, strategically positioned between its headquarters in Teningen, the raw materials competence centre in Herbolzheim, and the plant in Dachstein (Alsace). By establishing a logistics centre in Neuried, GRAF anticipates saving over 2,000 truck journeys annually between these sites. Additionally, the new buildings are well-insulated, adorned with green facades, and equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, resulting in a remarkable 90 percent reduction in energy consumption at the Neuried site compared to previous technologies and standards.



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