New photovoltaic roof system installed at Škoda Auto on production and logistics buildings - the path to production with solar

The automotive industry faces one of the greatest challenges of the 21st century: the transformation towards sustainable, climate-friendly production. In this context, Škoda Auto, one of the most established and important players in the global automotive market, is playing a pioneering role. By implementing a new rooftop photovoltaic system, the company is making a significant contribution to reducing CO2 emissions and achieving climate neutrality.

🌞 Renewable energies for the future

Škoda Auto's environmentally conscious initiative is not only a significant step for the company itself, but also serves as a source of inspiration and a blueprint for other industrial companies worldwide. With the installation of over 5,400 photovoltaic modules on its production halls and logistics buildings in cooperation with ČEZ ESCO and ŠKO-ENERGO, Škoda Auto underscores its commitment to renewable energy and the responsible use of natural resources.

☀️ An impressive solar power system

The installed solar power plant, with its impressive size of over 10,000 square meters – comparable to more than 15 tennis courts – is not only a technical masterpiece but also a visible symbol of the industry's transformation. This plant can produce over two gigawatt-hours of emission-free electricity annually, enough to charge approximately 25,000 Enyaq 85 electric cars. This represents a significant saving in fossil fuels and a substantial reduction in the CO2 footprint.

🌍 Sustainable into the future

The move to solar energy is a core element of Škoda Auto's sustainability strategy. It demonstrates the company's commitment to making production at its Czech sites, particularly at its headquarters in Mladá Boleslav and the Škoda Parts Center logistics hub, carbon-neutral by the end of the decade. This ambitious goal aligns with global climate targets and efforts to make the automotive sector more sustainable.

🌱 Efficiency and responsibility

The implementation of the photovoltaic system is more than just a response to ecological necessities. It is also a sound economic investment in the future. In the long term, operating costs will be reduced through the use of solar energy, giving Škoda Auto an advantage in the increasingly fierce global competition. Furthermore, the company is positioning itself as a responsible employer that invests not only in technology but also in people's quality of life and environmental protection.

🤝 Partnership and customized solutions

Through collaboration with experienced partners such as ČEZ ESCO and ŠKO-ENERGO, a system was realized that meets the highest standards not only in terms of energy generation, but also in terms of economic efficiency and reliability.

It meets standards. The system is tailored to the specific conditions and requirements of Škoda Auto and demonstrates how customized energy solutions can be successfully implemented in industry.

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🚗 In the automotive industry, known for its significant environmental footprint, achieving sustainability is one of the greatest challenges of our time. Škoda Auto, a major player in this sector, is tackling this challenge with a proactive approach. Andreas Dick, Board Member for Production and Logistics at Škoda Auto, illustrates this through the company's continuous evaluation and efforts to minimize its environmental footprint. "Green Production" is a key element of the Next Level – Škoda Strategy 2030. It serves as a roadmap through a decade in which Škoda Auto has committed to ambitious sustainability goals, with the ultimate aim of achieving carbon-neutral production at its Czech plants by 2030.

🌿 Andreas Dick, Škoda Auto Board Member for Production and Logistics, says: “At Škoda Auto, we continuously evaluate and work to reduce our environmental footprint. As part of our Next Level – Škoda Strategy 2030, ‘Green Production’ serves as a central pillar of our roadmap through this decade of transformation and ambitious sustainability efforts. We are tackling this challenge holistically together with our partners. We consider this power plant crucial for achieving our ambitious yet realistic goal: to make vehicle and component production at our Czech sites carbon neutral by 2030.”

🤝 This vision should not be viewed in isolation, but rather as part of a broader plan that includes partnerships and collaborations. The ČEZ Group, represented by its CEO Daniel Beneš, shares Škoda Auto's ambitions. ČEZ is committed to decarbonization and ensuring a sustainable energy supply. The company's goal of generating 6 GW of electricity from renewable energy sources by 2030 and achieving complete carbon neutrality in energy production by 2040 demonstrates a deep commitment to environmental protection. In this context, Škoda Auto's photovoltaic power plant underscores how industrial sustainability can be realized – a facility that not only embodies the environmental goals of both companies but could also serve as a model for other businesses.

🔋 Daniel Beneš, CEO of the ČEZ Group, adds: “At ČEZ, we are working diligently on decarbonizing and ensuring the security of our energy supply. Our goal is to produce 6 GW from renewable sources by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality in energy production by 2040. As one of the leading energy companies in the Czech Republic, we support both residential and industrial customers who want to reduce their environmental footprint. Škoda Auto’s photovoltaic power plant is perfectly aligned with these goals.”

☀️ The technical aspects of this project are explained by Tomáš Kubín, Managing Director of ŠKO-ENERGO. The newly installed photovoltaic system at Škoda Auto's main plant is more than just a collection of solar cells – it's a symbol of progress and innovation. With over 5,468 solar modules on the roofs of its production halls, Škoda Auto has created a significant capacity for generating emission-free electricity, delivering over 2 GWh per year. The success of this project follows the positive experience with the installation at the service center in Kosmonosy in 2019 and strengthens the already strong partnership between Škoda Auto and ČEZ.

🔌 Tomáš Kubín, Managing Director of ŠKO-ENERGO, describes the ambitious scope of the new photovoltaic system at Škoda Auto's headquarters: “This project can supply over 2 GWh of emission-free electricity annually and represents a significant step towards carbon neutrality for Škoda Auto. Installing 5,468 solar modules on the roofs of the three factory buildings was a challenging undertaking. Following our successful installation at the service center in Kosmonosy in 2019, the completion of this latest project further strengthens our successful partnership with Škoda Auto and ČEZ.”

🏭 The importance of such a project cannot be underestimated, as it benefits not only energy independence but also the local economy. The use of solar energy reduces dependence on fossil fuels, which is not only ecologically desirable but also economically sound. Energy costs are a significant factor in car production, and the ability to cover a portion of these costs with renewable sources can give Škoda Auto a competitive advantage. This is all the more true in times of rising energy prices and increasing regulatory requirements regarding environmental protection and sustainability.

🌍 The introduction of “Green Production” at Škoda Auto is also a step towards increasing transparency and accountability in the production process. The company's management emphasizes the importance of verifiable and measurable sustainability goals. For example, the CO2 emissions of every vehicle produced are meticulously recorded and analyzed to identify opportunities for reduction. This approach encompasses the entire spectrum of Škoda's activities, from the supply chain to the end customer.

🚗 Another important aspect of Škoda's Strategy 2030 is the development and implementation of electromobility solutions. This is not only a response to increasing consumer demand for environmentally friendly vehicle options, but also a strategic decision to remain competitive in the long term. By integrating electric vehicles into its product portfolio and expanding the corresponding charging infrastructure, Škoda Auto is contributing to reducing the environmental footprint of transportation.

🔄 Last but not least, Škoda Auto's commitment is evident in its dedication to the circular economy. The company focuses on recycling and reusing materials to extend product lifecycles and reduce waste. In collaboration with startups and research institutes, innovative solutions are being developed to reuse materials in new vehicles or to find alternative applications.

🌱 The challenges on the path to a more sustainable automotive industry are numerous and complex, but Škoda Auto has made it clear that it is ready to embrace them and act as a pioneer. Through strategic partnerships, investments in renewable energy, and a comprehensive restructuring towards an environmentally conscious production process, the Czech company will do its part to lead the automotive industry into a greener future.

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🌞 The first collaboration between Škoda Auto, ČEZ ESCO, and energy supplier ŠKO-ENERGO regarding solar systems began at the end of 2019. The solar panels at the Škoda Auto Service Center in Kosmonosy cover approximately 2,200 square meters and generate more than 450 megawatt hours (MWh) annually. This covers almost 17 percent of the facility's total energy needs.

☀️ In February 2021, Škoda Auto expanded its partnership with ŠKO-ENERGO and ČEZ ESCO and installed a solar power plant. It comprises 3,020 panels on the Škoda Parts Center, 1,328 panels on the U6C building, and 1,120 panels on the M12L building. Together, these modules achieve a nominal peak output of 2,146 kilowatts (kWp).

🌍 Solar success for Škoda Auto at its Indian plants in Aurangabad and Pune

☀️ Škoda Auto is driving forward the production of sustainable energy at all its international locations. The photovoltaic system at the Aurangabad plant in India was connected to the grid back in 2018. With more than 1,440 MWh generated last year alone, it has reduced the plant's dependence on purchased energy by 40 percent.

🏭 In February 2023, a rooftop solar power plant was installed at the Chakan plant in Pune. With a maximum output of 18.5 MWp, it produces up to 26,600 MWh annually, covering up to 30 percent of the plant's electricity consumption. In this way, the power plant offsets over 28 percent of the CO₂ emissions from the plant's annual vehicle production.

🌿 Škoda Auto's commitment to sustainability and carbon neutrality

🌳 In accordance with the Next Level – Škoda Strategy 2030, the automaker has set itself concrete environmental protection targets in the areas of 'GreenFactory', 'GreenProduct', and 'GreenRetail'. This includes CO2-neutral production at its three Czech plants by 2030 as part of the 'Green Production' pillar. The Vrchlabí plant already achieved this goal in 2020. The Czech automaker's numerous measures to reduce the environmental footprint of its business activities extend across the entire value chain.

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