Petzl - Impact Report 2022

be progressively integrated in the development of other Petzl products that are already on the market.

Our method and our process haven t changed, but the objective has slightly shifted, because reducing the carbon intensity of our products is a priority. In a few month s time, we will formally integrate LCA into our process. We will be able to consistently track the evolution of our carbon impact and collaborate more and more closely with the CSR and sourcing teams.

Personally, I m delighted to be able to observe and be part of this evolution at Petzl, and in a more global sense, within the outdoor industry. In 2022, we can no longer turn a blind eye; it s important for everyone to take action in their own way.

Pierre-Olivier Chabod Technical Project Manager

In seeking to design the most compact and lightweight product possible, we ended up doing a bit of eco-design. But it s true that by habit, or more importantly, out of safety, we often use the same materials, because we are familiar with how they perform.

The launch of three pilot projects and the arrival of our Eco-Design Project Manager, Tiphaine Gagneux, have allowed us to devote more time and resources to finding new materials. We ve also been able to get started on other initiatives, like conducting studies to confirm the mechanical properties of recycled materials.

Relying on close collaboration with a supplier with the proper tools, we performed all the necessary tests, determined what worked and what didn t, and qualified new materials for use. This will make it possible to use recycled polyamide in the new belay device we are currently developing. Recycled plastic will also

2022 ACTIONS

The polyamide and polycarbonate used for the plastic pieces, as well as the polyester used for fabrics, represent a large volume and significant environmental impact for Petzl.

As a result, we ve broadened our research to decrease the impact of polyester and integrate recycled fabrics into the manufacturing of our harnesses, chalk bags, and headlamp headbands much like we ve done with recycled plastics in our new NEOX® belay device.

Recycled textiles could also be used for product packaging in the form of pouches. If validated, these will be used for all Petzl product ranges, achieving a potential savings of more than 150 metric tons of CO2 eq. per year.

Beyond projected CO2 savings, this ongoing research and development is laying the groundwork for Petzl s supplier and responsible sourcing initiatives.

#02 REDUCING OUR CARBON FOOTPRINT

Materials for Petzl Products