Achievement of zero-emission milestone marks Bodycote's stride towards eco-friendly dominance.
Bodycote Achieves Zero Carbon Emissions at Derby and Rotherham Plants
Bodycote, a leading player in the global heat treatment industry, has made a significant stride in its sustainability efforts by achieving zero carbon emissions at its Derby and Rotherham facilities. These sites specialize in heat treating turbine blades for Rolls-Royce jet engines.
In a move that sets a new standard for the industry, these plants are now powered entirely by renewable energy sources, marking the first time such a feat has been accomplished without relying on carbon capture, fossil fuels, or carbon offsetting. This milestone underscores the feasibility of decarbonisation targets set for 2030 and underscores customer demand for greener practices.
The heat treatment industry is known for its energy-intensive nature, but its work is crucial to the safety, durability, and performance of products that define modern life. Bodycote's services are essential for the operation of aircraft engines, car gearboxes, and even surgical tools or joint replacements.
Bodycote's transition to zero emissions is the result of investments in industrial heat electrification, energy-efficiency, and renewable energy sourcing. One such innovation is the introduction of a new closed circuit adiabatic cooling system at the Derby plant, which offers electricity consumption savings of 73% and a reduction in water use of over 85%.
This commitment to measurable progress towards carbon reduction sees Bodycote's Derby and Rotherham plants serving as blueprint sites for a global decarbonisation programme. The company is running pilot decarbonisation projects across Europe and North America, with the aim of setting a new standard for sustainability in the heat treatment industry.
While other news in the industry includes GKN Aerospace receiving a gold rating in EcoVadis sustainability rating, NCC adopting Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud, Lockheed Martin upgrading the Republic of Korea Air Force's F-16 simulators to F-16V, Wallwork Group investing £100 thousand in a UR Cobot for vacuum braze components, and Brookhouse Aerospace investing over £500,000 in additional machinery, Bodycote's achievement stands out as a beacon of hope for a more sustainable future.
NASA is also making strides in the industry, studying a specialized model wing for next-gen aircraft safety. As the heat treatment industry continues to evolve, it's clear that sustainability will play a key role in its future. With Bodycote leading the way, it seems that a greener future for the industry is well within reach.
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