Volcanic Raw Materials
Sustainability
Our raw materials have several properties that make them particularly sustainable. This sustainability is a result of the combination of geological, ecological and economic factors that work together to ensure their resource-conserving and environmentally friendly use.
Extraction in the Eifel region
Our volcanic raw materials, such as pumice and lava, are mined in the volcanic area of the Eastern Eifel region, which boasts around 100 volcanic centers that were active until around 13,000 years ago. The huge volcanic eruptions released large amounts of energy and left behind extremely high-quality raw materials optimally suited for building materials, industrial applications and naturally also for plant substrates.
Near-surface extraction
The volcanic rocks are a natural product of geological processes and are present in large quantities. These deposits are also very close to the surface, which allows for a highly efficient extraction.
Low processing intensity
Compared to other building materials or substrate additives, our volcanic raw materials require a relatively low processing intensity. Due to their natural characteristics, they can be used directly or with minimal processing. This reduces the energy consumption and environmental impact associated with production and processing.
Improving soil quality in greening without chemical additives
The volcanic raw materials improve the physical properties of the soil, such as drainage and aeration, without the need for chemical fertilizers or soil conditioners. This natural optimization of the soil structure promotes the growth of healthy plants and minimizes the use of potentially environmentally harmful synthetic interventions.
Durability and recyclability
Volcanic raw materials are very durable. They do not decompose, retaining their structural and physical properties over a long period of time. They are also recyclable. At the end of their useful life, they can be collected and reused instead of ending up as waste. This helps to reduce waste and conserve natural resources.
Regional extraction and short transport routes
The use of local resources reduces transport routes and the associated carbon emissions. Short transport routes are a key aspect of sustainability and help to minimize the ecological footprint of products.
Contributing to biodiversity
Responsible extraction and the subsequent recultivation of extraction areas contribute to the creation of new habitats for flora and founa. By restoring landscapes after extraction, companies like KLANZ are doing their part to preserve and even improve the biodiversity in the region.
The raw materials used by KLANZ are a prime example of sustainable materials that protect the environment, support natural cycles and promote ecological diversity.
The entire group of companies is committed to the careful, environmentally friendly extraction of these mineral raw materials from the local region.
To reduce the use of fossil fuels, we use electricity from our own solar panels for sorting, processing and production. Only products that meet our high quality standards leave our plant in Kruft.
Recultivation
What is recultivation?
Recultivation is a central component of our corporate philosophy. It involves restoring landscapes that have been altered by the extraction of mineral resources or transforming them into new habitats for plants and animals. In contrast to renaturation, where nature regenerates itself, we specifically plan how former extraction areas can be revitalized. These measures contribute significantly to the preservation of biodiversity and create valuable biotopes.
Innovations for a green future
Our mineral substrates, fertilizers and soil conditioners aim to improve the health and structure of the soil on a sustainable basis. These products promote vital plant growth, thus improving the efficiency in agriculture and horticulture. Moreover, most of our products can be reused.
Selection of our partners
When selecting our partners, it is essential for us that they share our passion for environmental protection. We only work with companies that see recultivation measures not as a chore, but as an opportunity to actively protect the environment. This selection ensures that our entire supply chain meets our high sustainability and environmental standards.
Through our commitment to recultivation, the careful selection of environmentally conscious partners and the development of sustainable products, we are proactively working to protect the environment and contribute to a more sustainable future.