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2000 First Gorenje, d.d. environmental report
2003 Gorenje started to implement the requirements of WEEE Directive –
European Directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment
(2002/96/ES) – waste electrical and electronic equipment which
makes manufacturers of electrical and electronic equipment
responsible for products after the end of their useful life, and RoHS
Directive - Restriction on the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in
Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
2003 Environmental protection report, supplemented by certified EMAS
statement (Community eco-management and audit scheme).
2004 Entry of Gorenje in EMAS Register.
2004 Own polystyrene plant
2006 Production of appliances which comply with RoHS Directive.
2006 Approved system of health and safety at work under OHSAS 18001.
2008 Inclusion of two Gorenje companies at three locations into EMAS system.
2008 Completed process of obtaining all permits, related to environmental
management. The current technological processes in Gorenje comply
with the legislation regarding technological standards for the period to
2012 (complying with IPPC Directive – Directive on Integrated Pollution
Prevention and Control).
We make effort to save the environment for future generations
together with you by using environment friendly materials and
functions, which contribute to substantial savings of energy
and water throughout the entire life of the appliance. Such
products bear an Eco Touch sticker.