Sustainability
Our Commitment to Sustainability
Harmac has nurtured a strong culture of Sustainability with a significant emphasis on the employee’s responsibility for generating and maintaining sustainable projects.
This is actively implemented across our global operations, including our headquarters in Buffalo, New York, our facilities in Tijuana, Mexico and Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, Ireland.
Harmac operates under a comprehensive Global Environmental Management System (EMS) designed to monitor, manage, and reduce our impact.
Energy Efficiency
We prioritize energy-saving projects, renewable energy adoption, and continuous energy management improvements to reduce our global carbon footprint, ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.
Waste Reduction & Circular Economy
We are committed to reducing waste and promoting a circular economy by focusing on recycling, reusing materials, and minimizing waste sent for disposal at all our facilities.
Water Conservation
Our water-saving initiatives, including optimized usage and recycling, aim to minimize our environmental impact and conserve this vital resource for the future.
Biodiversity & Community Engagement
We actively engage in biodiversity protection and community-focused initiatives to help safeguard local ecosystems and support sustainable community development around our operations.
Supplier Sustainability
We collaborate with suppliers who share our commitment to sustainability, ensuring that environmental responsibility is embedded across our supply chain.
Improvement & Accountability
Our facilities in Buffalo, New York, and Castlerea, Ireland, are ISO 14001:2015 certified, reflecting our adherence to internationally recognized environmental standards.
Our Focus
Fostering a Culture of Sustainability
Sustainability is embedded in our values and operations. We empower employees to take an active role in achieving our environmental goals and making sustainability part of every decision.
Collaborating Across the Value Chain
We view sustainability as a shared responsibility. By working closely with suppliers, stakeholders, and communities, we promote responsible practices across our entire ecosystem.
Transparent and Accountable
We uphold transparency in our environmental progress through regular reporting. ISO 14001 certification ensures consistent, measurable impact across our operations.
Key Sustainability Achievements
1000
LED fittings replaced
21
injection moulding machines transitioned to electric
256,090 kWh
compressed air saved annually in 2025
57.9 tCO₂e
of emissions prevented
16,000 liters
heating oil avoided
65,000 kWh
electricity consumption avoided
500.76 kWp
installed solar capacity
387,837 kWh
clean electricity generated annually
130 tCO₂e
reduced per year
33%
proposed carbon reduction by 2031
Zero
waste to landfill achieved
86%
overall recycling rate in 2026
14%
waste converted to energy YTD
30,000+
plastic bottles repurposed in 2026
Upgraded
AHU and chiller plant efficiency
BMS Energy Visibility
Process-level sensors and metering added
Bronze
Medal Rating for EcoVadis Recognition retained
2
Green Transformation Award Shortlist Nominations
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) within Harmac
Harmac is committed to cultivating and developing a robust ESG strategy in alignment with the United Nations Sustainability.
Harmac is committed to cultivating and developing a robust ESG strategy in alignment with the United Nations Sustainability.
We prioritize addressing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) where we can make the biggest impact, taking into consideration our industry expertise, business model, and social impact efforts.
Our focus areas include environmental, philanthropic, ethical, and economic responsibilities.
Let’s work together
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