Driving the Energy Transition at BGH Edelstahl: Multiple Sites, One Shared Goal

Across our sites in Katowice, Lippendorf, Lugau and at BGH Spezialstahl Süd, we are consistently advancing the transformation of our energy supply. By investing in photovoltaic systems and innovative technologies, we are strengthening energy security, reducing CO₂ emissions and laying the foundation for a more sustainable future.

🔹 BGH Polska (Katowice)
Since the photovoltaic system was commissioned in 2023, it has generated more than 140 MWh of electricity. The system supplies part of the site's energy demand, avoids approximately 30 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually and offers significant potential for further expansion.

🔹 BGH Edelstahl Lippendorf
With a photovoltaic installation of up to 2 MWp and the introduction of a new gas-electric hybrid furnace, the site is taking important steps towards increasing the use of electrical energy in its operations. Combining on-site renewable power generation with advanced process technology creates new opportunities for highly energy-efficient heat treatment processes.

🔹 BGH Edelstahl Lugau
Despite extensive technical and regulatory challenges, the photovoltaic system was successfully commissioned. With an impressive 98% self-consumption rate, the installation generated more than 539,000 kWh of electricity in 2025, reducing CO₂ emissions by approximately 161 tonnes.

🔹 BGH Spezialstahl Süd
Since the photovoltaic system was commissioned in April 2024, it has generated more than 313,000 kWh of electricity. Renewable power generation now exceeds the site's own electricity demand, enabling a balance-sheet surplus that effectively results in more than 100% energy self-sufficiency. In 2026 alone, the site has already reduced CO₂ emissions by approximately 63 tonnes. Building on this success, the next phase will include the gradual electrification of the vehicle fleet and the further expansion of EV charging infrastructure across the site, enabling even more efficient use of self-generated renewable electricity.

These projects clearly demonstrate that the industrial energy transition extends far beyond the installation of solar panels. Long permitting procedures, grid integration requirements, self-consumption concepts and evolving economic conditions are all part of the journey. At the same time, each site presents its own unique starting point and operational challenges.

We are proud of the progress achieved so far. It reflects how BGH Edelstahl is successfully combining environmental responsibility, technological innovation and a secure, resilient energy supply—creating sustainable value and shaping the future of our company, one step at a time.