Doing Our Bit – Porsche’s Circular Economy
Here at Porsche Centre South Lakes, we don’t just love our cars – we care about where they come from and where they’re going. Porsche is working hard to cut waste, reuse materials, and make sure its cars are built to last. Jonathan Hörz, who heads up Porsche’s sustainability efforts, tells us how they’re making a difference by using smart design and quality materials that stand the test of time.
Keeping It Green from the Start
Ferry Porsche once said, "We shouldn't use the limited materials available on this planet in a way that they end up being discarded after use." He had a point, didn’t he? That’s why Porsche is making sure its materials go further, from the moment they’re sourced to the end of a car’s life.
Built to Be Used Again
Porsche cars aren’t just built to be driven – they’re built to last. That means thinking ahead about what happens when parts wear out. Instead of chucking stuff away, Porsche remanufactures things like gearboxes, starters, and control units, giving them a second life. It’s good for the planet and good for keeping classics on the road. Plus, it saves up to 80% of the raw materials needed for new parts.
Making Batteries Go the Distance
Porsche’s electric cars, like the Taycan and new Macan Electric, are designed with long-lasting batteries – and when they do need a bit of TLC, we’ve got solutions. Rather than replacing whole units, Porsche swaps out faulty bits so the battery can keep going. And when a battery’s finally had its day, it doesn’t just get binned – Porsche reuses them in energy storage systems, like the one at Porsche Leipzig, which runs on old Taycan batteries and will keep going for at least another ten years.
Recycling Batteries – The Smart Way
If a battery really can’t be used anymore, Porsche makes sure the materials inside – like lithium, cobalt, and nickel – get recovered and put back into the system. Porsche’s investment in Cylib means up to 90% of battery raw materials can be recovered, bringing us closer to a proper closed-loop system. That’s what you call thinking ahead.
Saving Money While Saving the Planet
It’s not just about being eco-friendly – it makes financial sense too. The circular economy helps Porsche dodge unpredictable raw material prices and cut costs by using recycled materials instead of always sourcing new ones. It’s about keeping things smart, efficient, and responsible.
Looking to the Future
Porsche isn’t stopping here. The team is working on new recycling networks for batteries and testing out eco-friendly interiors, like locally sourced organic leather. We’re buzzing to be part of this, making sure Porsche keeps delivering top-notch performance while doing its bit for the planet.
Being green isn’t just a trendy idea – it’s something we all need to chip in with. At Porsche Centre South Lakes, we’re proud to be part of the change, one innovation at a time.
Here at Porsche Centre South Lakes, we don’t just love our cars – we care about where they come from and where they’re going. Porsche is working hard to cut waste, reuse materials, and make sure its cars are built to last. Jonathan Hörz, who heads up Porsche’s sustainability efforts, tells us how they’re making a difference by using smart design and quality materials that stand the test of time.
Keeping It Green from the Start
Ferry Porsche once said, "We shouldn't use the limited materials available on this planet in a way that they end up being discarded after use." He had a point, didn’t he? That’s why Porsche is making sure its materials go further, from the moment they’re sourced to the end of a car’s life.
Built to Be Used Again
Porsche cars aren’t just built to be driven – they’re built to last. That means thinking ahead about what happens when parts wear out. Instead of chucking stuff away, Porsche remanufactures things like gearboxes, starters, and control units, giving them a second life. It’s good for the planet and good for keeping classics on the road. Plus, it saves up to 80% of the raw materials needed for new parts.
Making Batteries Go the Distance
Porsche’s electric cars, like the Taycan and new Macan Electric, are designed with long-lasting batteries – and when they do need a bit of TLC, we’ve got solutions. Rather than replacing whole units, Porsche swaps out faulty bits so the battery can keep going. And when a battery’s finally had its day, it doesn’t just get binned – Porsche reuses them in energy storage systems, like the one at Porsche Leipzig, which runs on old Taycan batteries and will keep going for at least another ten years.
Recycling Batteries – The Smart Way
If a battery really can’t be used anymore, Porsche makes sure the materials inside – like lithium, cobalt, and nickel – get recovered and put back into the system. Porsche’s investment in Cylib means up to 90% of battery raw materials can be recovered, bringing us closer to a proper closed-loop system. That’s what you call thinking ahead.
Saving Money While Saving the Planet
It’s not just about being eco-friendly – it makes financial sense too. The circular economy helps Porsche dodge unpredictable raw material prices and cut costs by using recycled materials instead of always sourcing new ones. It’s about keeping things smart, efficient, and responsible.
Looking to the Future
Porsche isn’t stopping here. The team is working on new recycling networks for batteries and testing out eco-friendly interiors, like locally sourced organic leather. We’re buzzing to be part of this, making sure Porsche keeps delivering top-notch performance while doing its bit for the planet.
Being green isn’t just a trendy idea – it’s something we all need to chip in with. At Porsche Centre South Lakes, we’re proud to be part of the change, one innovation at a time.