Farrat’s Commitment to a Greener Future: Our Journey Toward Sustainable Engineering

At Farrat, sustainability isn’t simply an ambition, it’s a responsibility we proudly embrace. As a company built on innovation and engineering excellence, we recognise the importance of taking meaningful, measurable action to safeguard our planet. Today, we are pleased to share the latest progress in our journey toward achieving Net Zero.

Following a comprehensive Business Carbon Assessment by Tunley Environmental, our efforts have been formally recognised, confirming that we are firmly on track to achieve a 65% reduction in emissions by 2034. This validation places Farrat among the industry leaders driving genuine, positive environmental change.

Key Actions Highlighted in Our Carbon Assessment Report

Switching to Renewable Energy (2026)
Our German site will transition to 100% renewable electricity, aligning with the UK operations that are already powered by renewable energy. This step further strengthens our commitment to clean, low‑carbon energy across all facilities.

Moving from Gas to Electric Heating (2026)
We will replace gas heating systems with efficient electric alternatives. When paired with renewable power, this change is expected to reduce emissions by up to 16.4 tCO₂e annually, delivering immediate and impactful benefits.

Transforming Employee Commuting (2027)
With commuting identified as a major emissions source, Farrat is introducing a series of initiatives, including an EV salary sacrifice scheme, increased public transport support, hybrid working, and car‑sharing encouragement. If 70% of employees participate, emissions could fall by 186 tCO₂e every year.

Cleaner Freight & Distribution (2028–2031)
We are redesigning our logistics approach through the use of carbon‑neutral couriers, smarter route planning, shipment consolidation, and improved last‑mile efficiency. These efforts could save 66 tCO₂e annually, with further reductions expected by 2031.

Reducing Business Travel (2029)
More virtual meetings, greater reliance on public transport, and partnerships with low‑carbon hotels will help us reduce travel‑related emissions by an estimated 22 tCO₂e each year.

Designing Low‑Carbon Products (2032–2033)
We are rethinking product development to improve recyclability, expand lifecycle assessments, enhance material data, and lower embodied carbon. These steps significantly reduce the environmental impact of our sold products , one of our largest emission sources.

Engaging Suppliers in the Climate Mission (2034)
By encouraging 61.2% of suppliers (by spend) to align with Science Based Targets (SBTi), we aim to reduce emissions by up to 812 tCO₂e by 2037, strengthening sustainability across the entire value chain.

Further Initiatives Strengthening Our Environmental Impact

Beyond our Carbon Assessment Report, we are advancing several additional sustainability measures.

We have introduced Environmental Proclamations for three major product lines: Hybrid Bearings, Thermal Breaks (TBK), and Laminated Natural Rubber Bearings. These declarations improve lifecycle understanding, increase transparency, and help us reduce embodied carbon while ensuring our products meet growing market expectations for low‑impact solutions.

Our long‑term vision is clear: Farrat aims to be Net Zero by 2050, supported by structured emissions‑reduction targets and a commitment to using renewable energy for all utilities. We are also enhancing our material sourcing strategy by engaging with suppliers on more sustainable options and transitioning to EUDR‑compliant rubber suppliers.

Looking Ahead

Every action we take today contributes to a greener tomorrow. While we are proud of the progress achieved so far, we are even more inspired by the work still to come. With the dedication of our people, close collaboration with suppliers, and continued support from customers, Farrat is confident in its ability to lead the way in sustainable engineering.