Ecology and economy hand in hand

The "blue economy" concept originated in 1994, and Carmans was immediately convinced. It means that everything that is ecological and good for the environment must also be economically justified and feasible. Not only for us as manufacturers but also for our customers. With this principle in mind, we can offer solutions that are both ecological and economical. And we demonstrate that sustainability is also possible in an affordable way. The best example of this is our own BLUEBLOCKS.

Economic benefits

For us, low environmental impact alone is not enough. There must also be other economic benefits: preferably a technically better product, service or process that is easier to use and certainly not more expensive. This is why we evaluate the effective use of energy and raw materials in all our business processes. We process all materials, waste products and contaminated soil into reusable and cleaned raw materials. And we do this on one site and with renewable solar and wind energy.

Research

Carmans also cooperates with external experts in all fields: from scientific research and technology to corporate identity. Our policy is also based on modern management concepts such as Cleantech. According to us and KU Leuven, this is producing goods, providing services and carrying out processes with:

• minimal use of raw materials and minimal environmental impact
• high energy efficiency and minimal waste production
• maximum use of renewable materials and energy
• prospects for economic added value