Some facts about the ECO-FOOTPRINT certification:

DÖPFNER is now the first window manufacturer in Germany to implement a product-specific, scientifically based ECO-FOOTPRINT rating for its entire range of wood and wood-aluminum window elements.

The ECO-FOOTPRINT is a comprehensive environmental footprint that effectively and reliably compares the ecological impact of different window frame materials, such as wood, aluminum, and PVC – from raw material extraction to production.

By the way: the visual similarity to the familiar energy ratings on electrical appliances is intentional!

The new environmental footprint presents evaluations of various environmental aspects in an intuitive traffic-light format, from green to red – from A to E.

A DÖPFNER spruce wood window achieves a grade of 1, while a PVC-aluminum window only reaches grade 4.

Fully transparent! Honest! No greenwashing!

The ratings are based on rigorous scientific analyses conducted by BS Umweltberatung, Dr. Bruckner & Dr. Strohmeier.

Here you can download the ECO-Footprints…

Rainforest wood? No, thank you!
Because at DÖPFNER, we naturally think differently…

Over 10 years ago, we at DÖPFNER decided not to use any tropical wood species (Meranti, Sipo, Teak, etc.) – and we are still convinced that this is the only right decision.

In many Asian, African, and South American countries, wood is still harvested from primary forests (rainforests) – even with government approval! This wood then enters the European market – with or without forest certification labels (PEFC, FSC, etc.).

Likewise, DÖPFNER does not use Siberian larch for its windows, because unfortunately 80% of Siberian larch is illegally logged in boreal primary forests! The Siberian rainforests are an indispensable “green lung” – storing about 70% of Russia’s and Europe’s CO₂ emissions.

We fully rely on sustainably managed forestry and use only native wood species (spruce, European larch, oak) of the highest quality, sourced regionally and certified as sustainably harvested, ensuring short transport distances.

For many years, we have used only locally sourced wood from regional, sustainable forestry – which is why we are also one of the first members of HOLZ VON HIER.

The climate and environmental label HOLZ VON HIER (HVH) is a recognized environmental label according to ISO 14024.

Less is more!
Fewer kilometers.
Lower CO₂ emissions.
Less energy consumption.
Less exploitation of our environment!

Products with the HOLZ VON HIER environmental label guarantee that the roundwood used in the product comes 100% from sustainable forestry. This is verified and documented through forest management certificates (FM-FSC, FM-PEFC, or equivalent). No wood from primary forests or globally endangered tree species is permitted.