How can materials be used for as long as possible? Audi addresses this issue not only in the context of vehicle development, but also in other areas of the company. At Audi Sales, a furniture project demonstrates how existing products can be further developed in line with the principles of the circular economy.
In the course of its supply chain management, Audi addresses environmental, social and compliance-related requirements and expectations among its business partners – particularly in the areas of human rights, occupational health and safety, environmental management and responsible business practices. Audi contractually requires its business partners to comply with the Code of Conduct for Business Partners and applies risk-based processes to verify compliance with these requirements. At the same time, Audi believes that working in partnership with its suppliers is the right way to achieve these objectives.
Audi is working to align its use of resources along the value chain more closely with circular economy principles. To achieve this, relevant requirements are to be increasingly taken into account in the early stages of product development.
Audi Genuine Exchange Parts offer a resource-saving alternative to newly manufactured Audi Genuine Parts for selected components. They are an example of how AUDI AG is turning ideas for the circular economy into reality.
The demands placed on the high-voltage battery in an electric Audi are enormous. And rightly so, since this fundamental piece of technology at the heart of the vehicle determines everyday usability and value retention. The aging behavior of its battery systems is therefore one of the key aspects Audi focuses on – with intensive research and extensive tests.
Sustainability is driven by many small but crucial projects. One example is Münchsmünster, where Audi has created a natural habitat for plant and animal species.
How do technology and environmental protection fit together? At the Audi Environmental Foundation, pretty well. Michael Hügel has been with Audi since 2007 and helped set up the foundation. His most important project: sparking enthusiasm for the environment, and doing so without pointing fingers.
