Driving sustainability with eco-efficient rock processing
The future of rock processing is net zero, and we’re at the forefront of this transformation. From operations to logistics, we are committed to be a trail-blazing partner that support our customers in achieving more sustainable – and profitable – business practices.
By developing and implementing new sustainable technology for mining, construction, and beyond, we are reshaping the future with eco-efficient rock processing.
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Our way of reshaping the future
At Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions, sustainability is an integrated part of everything we do. We strive to reduce our climate impact and drive continuous improvements across the entire value chain – collaborating with customers, suppliers, and partners to drive real change. Guided by international frameworks and the UN Sustainability Development Goals, we focus on four key priorities for 2030 – circularity, climate action, fair play, and people. These pillars shape how we develop innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, minimize waste, and accelerate industry decarbonization. We’re also committed to science-based targets (SBTi), ensuring our sustainability goals are backed by data and aligned with global efforts to build a net-zero future.
Circularity
- Promote sustainable supply chains
- Optimize energy & water use in comminution
- Maximize material lifecycle (e.g., through component refurbishment and recycling initiatives)
Climate change
- Electrifying equipment reduces fossil fuel reliance
- Optimize processes - lower energy consumption
- Collaborate with customers & suppliers to reduce emissions throughout the value chain
Fair play
- Strengthen compliance & anti-corruption action
- Ensure fair labor conditions globally
- Ethical sourcing and supplier accountability
People
- Ensure world-class safety standards
- Employee development & upskilling focus
- Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity employment
A holistic approach
We drive sustainability across five key areas: energy efficiency, water savings, automation, digitalization, and electrification. Click to explore how each contributes to a better future.
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Energy efficiency
We manufacture and provide products, equipment and solutions – optimized for mining, infrastructure, demolition & recycling – that use less fuel and electricity.
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Water savings
By partnering up and working closely with our customers, we optimize process solutions to reduce or eliminate the use of water.
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Automation
Our advanced, automated equipment is designed for productivity, reliability, and durability – delivering more output for the same amount of energy input.
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Digitalization
Through our smart digital solutions for mining and construction, data analysis supports the optimal usage and performance of equipment, thereby enabling them to consume less electricity/fuel.
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Electrification
We drive the electrification of our industries by expanding our offering of fully electric and hybrid equipment. Many of our solutions are already electrified or available with electric-drive alternatives—supporting our customers’ transition to zero-emissions operations.
Resource efficiency in rock processing
The mining industry is energy-intensive, with a significant portion of energy consumed in comminution — the process of reducing material size for mineral liberation. By implementing energy-efficient dry comminution circuits, we help reduce energy and water consumption, supporting sustainable mining while lowering operational costs. In aggregates, demolition, and recycling, new technologies are enabling more sustainable solutions, cutting energy use, emissions, waste to landfill, and environmental noise.
Through process optimization, recycling, and reusing, we are closing resource loops across our own operations, customer processes, and supplier networks — driving the shift toward a circular economy in rock processing. These efforts are integrated into our product development, service models, and internal practices to maximize material and resource efficiency at every stage of the value chain.
Water efficiency is another critical focus. We minimize water consumption through closed-loop cooling systems in our production and eco-efficient dry comminution solutions, which are particularly valuable in water-scarce regions and for reducing water treatment costs. Smart water use not only reduces environmental impact, but also brings long-term operational benefits. By integrating energy-efficient comminution, circularity, and water-saving technologies, we help customers operate more sustainably—delivering efficiency gains while supporting a low-carbon future in mining and construction.
100% electric
Our stationary solutions are fully powered by electricity for maximum efficiency. In part by embracing energy-efficient technologies, eco-efficient rock processing paves the way for a more sustainable, low-carbon future.
Reshaping the future with electrification in rock processing
- Hybrid & fully electric mobile solutions
- Optimized energy use
- Lower energy costs, fewer emissions
Sustainability at Sandvik Group
We're committed to using engineering and innovation to make the shift that will drive more sustainable business. Learn more about how we work on home.sandvik.
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