According to Info-Tech, companies should adopt Smart Manufacturing 5.0, which combines the innovations of Industry 4.0 with a focus on human-centric, resilient and sustainable practices.

CASA GRANDE, AZ—Kohler Co. recently opened a new facility here to produce bathroom fixtures for its Sterling brand.

Manufacturers are increasingly thinking about the impact of their operations on the environment and on scarce resources

STOCKHOLM—STILFOLD has formed a strategic partnership with Alstom to make train manufacturing more environmentally sustainable.

CAMBRIDGE, England—A new report from IDTechEx analyzes the three key technologies currently being used: mechanical, pyrometallurgical and hydrometallurgical recycling.

TOKYO—YKK Group has announced that 31 of its locations worldwide now get 100 percent of their electricity consumption from renewable energy sources.

Just a few years ago, much of the business community viewed climate advocates with indifference, skepticism or even outright hostility. 

MLADÁ BOLESLAV, Czech Republic—The seats of ŠKODA’s new ENYAQ iV electric vehicle will be upholstered with fabric that combines wool with polyester made from recycled plastic bottles.

MUNICH—The BMW Group is sourcing aluminum produced using solar electricity.

STUTTGART, Germany—Mercedes-Benz is using plastic made from used tires and agricultural waste to make components for new vehicles.