What we have achieved

  • 5%

    reduction in energy consumption at Debrecen branch

  • 100%

    of the electricity powering Swiss operations originates from hydro sources

  • 30%

    of the electricity consumed in Stäfa is dedicated solely to production tool cooling purpose

Sustainability Report 2023

All information about corporate responsibility

  • 03/2024
  • PDF
  • 6.2 MB

Sustainability Report 2023

All information about corporate responsibility

  • 03/2024
  • PDF
  • 6.2 MB

Policies and managament systems

Prioritizing workplace safety, we minimize risks and safeguard employee health through proactive measures and emergency preparedness.

Certifications

To fulfill our social obligations and ensure success in the marketplace, we commit ourselves not only to comply with relevant Iaws, but to also uphold the highest ethical standards. Sustainability responsibility is integrated in our management system.

Economic value creation

We create economic value through innovation, sustainable products and services, sustainable growth and responsible supply chain management.

Sustainable growth

Sustainable growth involves addressing sensor challenges through innovative solutions, providing our customers with clear added value. We are already working on future technologies to lay the foundation for product development.

Innovation

Innovation and R&D are vital for introducing breakthrough technologies. Customer feedback and the latest advancements shape how we create economic and environmental value.

Sustainable products and services

We are committed to developing solutions that contribute to the well-being, health and comfort of end consumers, ensuring safety in both use and manufacturing, and promoting enhanced energy efficiency in the final product.

Responsible supply chain management

Building resilience and respecting human rights across our supply chain is non-negotiable and at Sensirion we are responding with a multipronged strategy aimed at maintaining stability and prioritizing responsibility.

Corporate environmental and climate protection

As a leading innovator, we design with a focus on conserving resources, minimizing energy usage and contributing to climate protection.

  • Climate protection

    By actively decreasing both direct and energy-use-related greenhouse gas emissions produced by our manufacturing processes and collaborating with suppliers, we aim to play a role in mitigating global warming.

  • Energy use

    We are increasing energy efficiency, with quarterly tracking of consumption in Stäfa and annual assessment globally. We prioritize the deliberate selection of technical equipment and the implementation of more sustainable processes.

  • Water and wastewater

    Our focus is on minimizing water use, ensuring clean wastewater disposal and regularly evaluating water usage per sensor at manufacturing sites. We adopt a holistic approach to waste and resource management.

Our employees

Our people are the heart of our success. By fostering engagement and a healthy work environment, we enhance satisfaction, motivation and overall employee strength.

Diversity, equality and inclusion

Our global leadership recognizes that fostering diversity, equality and inclusion (DE&I) requires a deliberate mindset shift. These principles are integral to our values and we are dedicated to ensuring that everyone feels accepted and fully embraced.

Employee development and training

We prioritize the development of our talent and invest in their professional growth. Viewing our people as brand ambassadors, we strive to make their time at Sensirion satisfying and productive by enhancing their skills and empowerment.

Ethical business conduct

As an international company that is committed to creating long-term value, we maintain high standards of corporate governance and pursues a transparent information policy vis-à-vis its stakeholders.

Compliance guidelines and mechanism

We ensure that all our business practices are aligned with local/Swiss laws and our Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct covers ethical topics, including anti-corruption, anti-bribery and whistleblowing, to protect our business from risks.

Audits and systems controls

We have an internal control system in place in order to ensure accuracy of bookkeeping. Internal audits were conducted for all fully consolidated legal entities to identify corruption risks.

Anti-corruption communication and trainings

All Sensirion employees must take the Code of Conduct training when hired and a refresher every three years.