At Aurena Laboratories, we take sustainability seriously. As a family-owned contract manufacturer specialising in medical device classified bag-on-valve products, we understand that sustainability is a strategic business priority. Since a few years, our commitment to sustainability is embedded in our operations, and we are confident that our focus on social, environmental, and economic sustainability aligns with both the expectations of our various stakeholders and the long-term growth of our business
Today sustainability is at the core part of our business philosophy as we are trying to integrate sustainability across all levels of our operations, from the way we manufacture products to how we interact with our suppliers and customers. We use internationally recognised frameworks such as ISO 26000 and EcoVadis to guide and assess our sustainability performance.
Johan Jörnevik, Sustainability Manager at Aurena explains: “Sustainability is now an integral part of our business at Aurena. It’s not just about compliance but about minimising our footprint while making a positive impact on both the environment and society.”
In recognition of our ongoing efforts in sustainability, Aurena has achieved a Silver rating from EcoVadis, placing us in the top 15% of companies assessed globally. This achievement reflects our commitment to responsible business practices across environmental, social, and ethical dimensions. However, we see this as only the beginning, and we are determined to further improve our sustainability performance in the coming years.
Environmental sustainability is one of our highest priorities. We are committed to using 100% renewable energy for our operations and are proud to have installed a solar power system that meets 30% of our energy needs. By working on reducing emissions through transport optimisation and energy-efficient production, we are working actively to reduce our carbon footprint.
Today, our largest carbon footprint comes from the use of virgin aluminium in the production of the aluminium cans used for our Bag-on-Valve products. In the coming years, we plan to phase out the use of virgin aluminium and transition to PCR (post-consumer recycled) aluminium. For certain products, we are also exploring the possibility of using ‘Green Aluminium,’ where virgin aluminium is produced using renewable energy sources such as hydropower. These initiatives will significantly reduce our environmental footprint and align with our long-term sustainability goals.
