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On request, Sedus calculates the total greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) for individual products (Product Carbon Footprint) or a complete individual project (Project Carbon Footprint). This blog post explains how it works.

Right next to the Sedus headquarters in Dogern is the Eulenhof, an organic farm that is characterised by passion, community and sustainable agriculture. We recently had the pleasure of talking to Matthias Kuhn, the farm manager, about the philosophy, the daily work and his vision for the future. It quickly became clear that the Eulenhof is more than just a place where food is produced. It is a living space where biodiversity, a sense of community and a deep connection to nature take centre stage. In the following interview, Matthias talks about his personal experiences, challenges and the principles that define the Eulenhof.

Social Accountability International's SA8000 is the most widely recognised standard for managing human rights in the workplace. As an auditable standard, it assures all stakeholders of a company that its management takes social responsibility seriously. Sedus was the first office furniture manufacturer to receive certification in 2023 and is one of only 14 companies in Germany that are currently certified.

Open communication about all environmentally relevant information concerning a company, its products and processes creates transparency. One instrument that ensures transparency at Sedus is the Environmental Product Information (EPI). The data sheet is available to download for more than 100 Sedus products. It discloses the emissions of the products and enables a detailed analysis of the products in order to subsequently improve them from an ecological point of view.

For over 150 years, Sedus, one of the leading full-service providers in the office furniture sector, has stood for quality and innovation. But this is not the only thing that sets Sedus Stoll AG apart. Sustainability is not just a buzzword, but a deeply rooted part of the company culture. With its specially developed Green Codex, Sedus sets standards and demonstrates that environmental protection and resource conservation are anchored in every phase of product development, production and marketing. People are always at the centre of this commitment - whether as employees, customers or as part of society.

Most people are probably familiar with take-back offers, especially in connection with electrical appliances. Here, retailers are even obliged to take back disused equipment. But what happens to disused office furniture that can no longer be repaired or recycled? Sedus offers customers the disposal and recycling of old office furniture in cooperation with PreZero. This not only benefits the environment, but also saves time and effort.

For environmentally conscious procurement of raw materials, it is important to keep transport routes as short as possible and to use certified materials. Sedus stands for office furniture that is ‘Made in Germany’ and has done so since 1871, and also takes comprehensive measures for a systematic sustainability strategy.

In a world where sustainability is becoming increasingly important, Sedus is sending out a strong signal with ‘Sedustainable’. The portmanteau word made up of the terms ‘Sedus’ and ‘sustainable’ stands for the company's philosophy and commitment to taking social, ecological and economic responsibility in all areas of business. This is now also shown in a film.

Charitable commitment is firmly anchored in the corporate structure of Sedus Stoll AG, as it is majority-owned by two foundations: the Stoll VITA Foundation in Waldshut and the Karl Bröcker Foundation in Lippstadt. Today we present the Karl Bröcker Foundation in more detail.

Charitable commitment is firmly anchored in the corporate structure of Sedus Stoll AG, as it is majority-owned by two foundations: the Stoll VITA Foundation in Waldshut and the Karl Bröcker Foundation in Lippstadt. Today we present the Stoll VITA Foundation in more detail.

In this interview, Niklas Flum gives us exciting insights into the circular economy at Sedus. He explains how deeply the principles of sustainability have been anchored in the company culture for over 150 years and how the circular economy has evolved.

In a world where sustainability is no longer just a buzzword but a necessity, the Sedus name stands for more than just innovative office furniture. With “Sedustainable”, Sedus is sending out a strong signal of responsibility and commitment towards a sustainable future. But what does “Sedustainable” actually mean and how does Sedus put this principle into practice?

Since its foundation in 1871 by Albert Stoll I, Sedus has firmly anchored the principles of ecology, economy and social responsibility in its corporate philosophy. The tree in the company logo symbolises the values of the company: consistency, closeness to nature, humanity and a clear focus on the future.

There is an increasing focus on the impact of our decisions on the environment, and this also applies to the design of our living and working areas. The new shell chair from Sedus is not only a statement in terms of design and comfort, but also focuses on sustainability with its unique PET felt shell.