Sustainability

Steffen Welsch X Knauf | Sustainability in Practice

Melbourne's Steffen Welsch on the evolution of his design philosophy and ethos and the importance of committed suppliers like Knauf championing sustainability in the broader industry. Last year, Steffen Welsch Architects was honoured with the Knauf-sponsored Small Sustainable Practice Award.

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Steffen Welsch X Knauf | Sustainability in Practice

Local Action - Future Impact

Our Sustainability Credentials

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Building for Generations

We all face the huge responsibility of leaving our future generations with a liveable planet.

Working sustainably has been a key attribute of the Knauf family business from the very beginning. In addition to producing high quality construction materials, we’re committed to integrating sustainable practices into our culture, operations, and solutions. With the goal of becoming an industry leader in sustainable construction, Knauf aims to reach net-zero by 2045 and cut directly controlled CO2 emissions by half in 2032. Over the next two decades, we will decarbonise our operations in a cost-efficient way, reduce water withdrawals by a fifth, and eliminate waste to disposal from our plants, quarries, and mines.

Our Products

Gypsum is naturally formed and inherently sustainable. Essential to creating low-emissions buildings, many of our gypsum-based products are GECA and Global Green-Tag certified. Our Australian plasterboards are manufactured using locally sourced gypsum and 100% recycled paper liners, resulting in products that are highly durable, recyclable, and resistant to natural deterioration. The 'one system' design of our products also reduces the need for heating and cooling to deliver environmental, economic, and social benefits.

Our Plants

Our production plants are ultra-efficient and use sophisticated heat recovery systems to minimise energy waste. To reduce our environmental impact even further, we continue to explore and invest in alternative energy sources.