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Sustainability at Ravensburger: Our Initiatives, Targets, and Achievements
Ravensburger enjoys the trust of many people around the world. Our high standards for product quality have been the foundation of our company since 1883 and we continuously work to ensure we can meet these high standards in the future.
We are a responsible employer and aim to protect the environment through value-driven practices so that even the youngest members of our society can have a future worth living. With foresight and a sense of responsibility, we are shaping a world where play, learning, and the mindful use of resources are in harmony.
We are a responsible employer and aim to protect the environment through value-driven practices so that even the youngest members of our society can have a future worth living. With foresight and a sense of responsibility, we are shaping a world where play, learning, and the mindful use of resources are in harmony.
Healthy Climate
We are working to reduce CO2 emissions from our sites and operations.
Future-Ready Resources
We use materials efficiently, explore innovative materials, promote circularity, and design products to be durable and long-lasting.
How We Work Together
We foster and expect an open, fair, and motivating culture of collaboration, both within our company and across our external partnerships.
Education & Learning
We promote knowledge, skills, and continuous development through our products and within our organization.
Climate – Reducing emissions and using renewable energy
We manufacture over two-thirds of our products in our own production facilities in Europe. Our plants in Ravensburg and the Czech Republic, as well as the administrative building in Ravensburg, are powered by green electricity—partly from our own photovoltaic systems. This ensures that our products are not only durable but also manufactured responsibly. We also use rail transport, among other methods, to ship our products.
Fewer emissions, greater impact
We strive to avoid emissions across our value chain wherever possible and to continuously reduce remaining emissions through energy-efficient processes.
We partially offset unavoidable emissions through carefully selected climate protection projects with our partner TREEO. We support certified and regularly monitored reforestation projects that benefit local communities and are documented transparently. The TREEO app enables the tracking and verification of the carbon sequestration performance of individual trees. This creates transparency regarding the development of the projects and the documented carbon storage data.
Analyzing and Reducing CO₂ Emissions
The majority of our CO₂ emissions are not generated directly by our own operations, but rather along the upstream and downstream stages of our value chain, for example through materials, transportation, or the use of our products. These so-called Scope 3 emissions account for the largest share of our overall emissions. We are committed to reducing our Scope 3 emissions and thereby contributing to the 1.5°C target of the Paris Climate Agreement.
How we’re doing it
We avoid emissions wherever possible as a first step, for example by selecting alternative materials or implementing more efficient processes. We are increasing the share of renewable energy used in our production facilities.
Climate protection starts in everyday life
From switching to renewable energy sources to expanding the availability of vegetarian and vegan meals in our cafeteria, responsible action is embedded in our everyday operations. Employees can charge their e-bikes and electric vehicles directly on site and regularly contribute new ideas and initiatives of their own. We firmly believe that climate action can only succeed through collaboration and a shared enthusiasm for positive change.
Solar power for our locations: Photovoltaics at Ravensburger
Ravensburger is making targeted investments in solar energy to further enhance the long-term sustainability of its sites. Since May 2024, a photovoltaic system at the company’s headquarters in Ravensburg has been generating up to 113 kilowatts of peak power. The system was installed on the concrete roof of a building with the aid of a mobile crane, while ensuring that ongoing operations were not disrupted at any time. Additional solar installations are already being planned.
We also act responsibly at our production site in Polička, Czech Republic, where plastic components for various products are manufactured. Since 2021, the site’s entire electricity demand has been covered by renewable energy sources. An on-site solar installation generates around 450 megawatt-hours of electricity annually, and further solar projects are currently in development.
ISO 50001: Managing energy systematically
Using energy efficiently, reducing costs, and protecting the climate is not only better for the environment but also represents a sustainable company. That is why, in 2025, we introduced an energy management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO 50001, the international standard for systematic energy efficiency.
Fewer emissions, greater impact
We strive to avoid emissions across our value chain wherever possible and to continuously reduce remaining emissions through energy-efficient processes.
We partially offset unavoidable emissions through carefully selected climate protection projects with our partner TREEO. We support certified and regularly monitored reforestation projects that benefit local communities and are documented transparently. The TREEO app enables the tracking and verification of the carbon sequestration performance of individual trees. This creates transparency regarding the development of the projects and the documented carbon storage data.
Analyzing and Reducing CO₂ Emissions
The majority of our CO₂ emissions are not generated directly by our own operations, but rather along the upstream and downstream stages of our value chain, for example through materials, transportation, or the use of our products. These so-called Scope 3 emissions account for the largest share of our overall emissions. We are committed to reducing our Scope 3 emissions and thereby contributing to the 1.5°C target of the Paris Climate Agreement.
How we’re doing it
We avoid emissions wherever possible as a first step, for example by selecting alternative materials or implementing more efficient processes. We are increasing the share of renewable energy used in our production facilities.
Climate protection starts in everyday life
From switching to renewable energy sources to expanding the availability of vegetarian and vegan meals in our cafeteria, responsible action is embedded in our everyday operations. Employees can charge their e-bikes and electric vehicles directly on site and regularly contribute new ideas and initiatives of their own. We firmly believe that climate action can only succeed through collaboration and a shared enthusiasm for positive change.
Solar power for our locations: Photovoltaics at Ravensburger
Ravensburger is making targeted investments in solar energy to further enhance the long-term sustainability of its sites. Since May 2024, a photovoltaic system at the company’s headquarters in Ravensburg has been generating up to 113 kilowatts of peak power. The system was installed on the concrete roof of a building with the aid of a mobile crane, while ensuring that ongoing operations were not disrupted at any time. Additional solar installations are already being planned.
We also act responsibly at our production site in Polička, Czech Republic, where plastic components for various products are manufactured. Since 2021, the site’s entire electricity demand has been covered by renewable energy sources. An on-site solar installation generates around 450 megawatt-hours of electricity annually, and further solar projects are currently in development.
ISO 50001: Managing energy systematically
Using energy efficiently, reducing costs, and protecting the climate is not only better for the environment but also represents a sustainable company. That is why, in 2025, we introduced an energy management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO 50001, the international standard for systematic energy efficiency.
What are the benefits of an energy management system?
The introduction of the energy management system is an important step toward advancing our sustainability goals, with clear structures, measurable results, and a shared commitment to using resources responsibly.
Creating transparency
By systematically tracking our energy consumption, we identify potential savings.
Minimizing risks
By understanding our energy consumption, we are prepared for fluctuations in energy prices.
The introduction of the energy management system is an important step toward advancing our sustainability goals, with clear structures, measurable results, and a shared commitment to using resources responsibly.
Creating transparency
By systematically tracking our energy consumption, we identify potential savings.
Minimizing risks
By understanding our energy consumption, we are prepared for fluctuations in energy prices.
Products – Alternative Materials and Efficient Material Use
Responsible action starts long before a product is made. It begins with the idea. We follow Eco Design principles and develop our products to be durable, resource-efficient, and user-friendly. This is reflected in the careful selection of materials, intelligent packaging solutions, and long-lasting product design. The result is products that bring lasting enjoyment while being designed to use resources more responsibly than their predecessors.
FSC®: Certified Paper and Wood from Responsible Sources
A large portion of our games, books, and puzzles are made from recycled paper and cardboard, most of which comes from Europe. To ensure that the materials come from responsible sources, we use FSC®-certified paper, cardboard, and wood.
The Forest Stewardship Council® is an international non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial, and economically viable management of the world's forests. For more information, visit www.fsc.org.
(FSC® license number: FSC® C111262)
Important: Chain-of-Custody Principle: Every stage of the supply chain—from the forest to the finished product—must be FSC®-certified
Toward more sustainable plastics
Currently, many of our product components are made from newly produced fossil-based materials. We want to change that. We plan to replace the majority of all plastic components with more sustainable materials.
FSC®: Certified Paper and Wood from Responsible Sources
A large portion of our games, books, and puzzles are made from recycled paper and cardboard, most of which comes from Europe. To ensure that the materials come from responsible sources, we use FSC®-certified paper, cardboard, and wood.
The Forest Stewardship Council® is an international non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial, and economically viable management of the world's forests. For more information, visit www.fsc.org.
(FSC® license number: FSC® C111262)
Important: Chain-of-Custody Principle: Every stage of the supply chain—from the forest to the finished product—must be FSC®-certified
Toward more sustainable plastics
Currently, many of our product components are made from newly produced fossil-based materials. We want to change that. We plan to replace the majority of all plastic components with more sustainable materials.
ISCC PLUS & Mass Balance
Responsible resource management begins with the selection of suitable materials. To ensure transparency regarding the origin of our bio-based plastics derived from renewable resources, we rely on the internationally recognized ISCC PLUS certification.
This certification verifies that the materials used originate from renewable or recycled sources and are fully traceable through the mass balance approach. Under this system, alternative raw materials are integrated into existing production processes and allocated proportionally to the final products.
Our injection molding facility in Polička, Czech Republic, received ISCC PLUS certification in 2024, followed by the Ravensburg site in 2025. Since then, certified materials have been used in our GraviTrax Junior product line—an important step toward a circular economy.
Avoiding and Reducing Single-Use Plastics
Our packaging should not only look good and protect our products, but also become more resource-efficient. That is why we are working to reduce single-use plastics and, wherever possible, replace them with paper-based alternatives that can be recycled through paper waste streams. Such solutions are already being used for selected puzzles today.
At the product level, our goal is to replace all packaging materials with either recyclable paper-based solutions or mechanically recycled plastic materials containing at least 35% post-consumer recycled content.
Elimination of Shrink Wrap
Since 2023, Ravensburger has stopped shrink-wrapping its products in plastic film, making it one of the first companies in the industry to take this step. Frame puzzles are an exception, as the film also serves as the product’s outer packaging.
Instead of shrink wrap, we now use plastic closure labels. This reduces plastic consumption at the product level by about 80% per year compared to the previous shrink-wrap packaging. At the same time, it eliminates the energy-intensive shrink-wrapping process in special ovens.
Previously, we processed about 100 tons of film annually, which is equivalent to the weight of around 15 full-grown elephants. Today, we protect our products with a more durable coating and rely on thin, removable plastic labels.
Smaller box, big impact
Since 2024, we’ve made sure that our new product boxes contain only what’s truly needed for play. There’s no room for unnecessary empty space. We’re also gradually adapting our existing games. This not only saves space on your game shelf at home but also conserves valuable resources.
Durability: For today. For tomorrow. For generations
Our products are designed and developed for long-term use, created to last and bring lasting enjoyment. Whether it is a puzzle, a game, or a book, Ravensburger is committed to durable design and high-quality materials. The result is cherished products that not only delight children but can also be enjoyed by future generations.
In-house production: Made by Ravensburger
About two-thirds of our products are manufactured in-house with a wealth of expertise and attention to detail. We produce our puzzles directly in Ravensburg, among other places, and most of our plastic game components come from our own injection molding plant in Polička, Czech Republic. This way, quality remains in our hands and the joy of play stays with you.
Avoiding PVC
PVC is one of the plastics that presents particular challenges for a circular economy. Due to its material properties and the additives commonly used in its production, recycling and reuse are often more complex than for many other plastics. In particular, highly detailed toy figures are still made from PVC in a small number of cases.
We are committed to gradually phasing out the use of PVC across all our products. We have already eliminated PVC from our packaging materials and are continuously working on alternative solutions that support material circularity without compromising quality, safety, or durability.
Recycling? Considered from the very beginning
To ensure that our products are recyclable at the end of their life cycle, we consider recyclability already during the design phase. From the very beginning of product development, we focus on making use of established and efficient recycling streams, such as those for paper and cardboard.
At the same time, we are working to minimize the use of composite materials and keep the variety of materials used to an absolute minimum. The fewer different materials a product contains, the easier it is to recycle and integrate into a circular economy.
Play the Box: When packaging becomes part of the game
Why should a box just store things when it can also be part of the game? With our “Play the Box” concept, we approach product development in a creative, resource-efficient, and playful way. The idea: components of the box are cleverly integrated into the gaming experience. This helps us conserve resources and turns the box into a little adventure for select products.
Responsible resource management begins with the selection of suitable materials. To ensure transparency regarding the origin of our bio-based plastics derived from renewable resources, we rely on the internationally recognized ISCC PLUS certification.
This certification verifies that the materials used originate from renewable or recycled sources and are fully traceable through the mass balance approach. Under this system, alternative raw materials are integrated into existing production processes and allocated proportionally to the final products.
Our injection molding facility in Polička, Czech Republic, received ISCC PLUS certification in 2024, followed by the Ravensburg site in 2025. Since then, certified materials have been used in our GraviTrax Junior product line—an important step toward a circular economy.
Avoiding and Reducing Single-Use Plastics
Our packaging should not only look good and protect our products, but also become more resource-efficient. That is why we are working to reduce single-use plastics and, wherever possible, replace them with paper-based alternatives that can be recycled through paper waste streams. Such solutions are already being used for selected puzzles today.
At the product level, our goal is to replace all packaging materials with either recyclable paper-based solutions or mechanically recycled plastic materials containing at least 35% post-consumer recycled content.
Elimination of Shrink Wrap
Since 2023, Ravensburger has stopped shrink-wrapping its products in plastic film, making it one of the first companies in the industry to take this step. Frame puzzles are an exception, as the film also serves as the product’s outer packaging.
Instead of shrink wrap, we now use plastic closure labels. This reduces plastic consumption at the product level by about 80% per year compared to the previous shrink-wrap packaging. At the same time, it eliminates the energy-intensive shrink-wrapping process in special ovens.
Previously, we processed about 100 tons of film annually, which is equivalent to the weight of around 15 full-grown elephants. Today, we protect our products with a more durable coating and rely on thin, removable plastic labels.
Smaller box, big impact
Since 2024, we’ve made sure that our new product boxes contain only what’s truly needed for play. There’s no room for unnecessary empty space. We’re also gradually adapting our existing games. This not only saves space on your game shelf at home but also conserves valuable resources.
Durability: For today. For tomorrow. For generations
Our products are designed and developed for long-term use, created to last and bring lasting enjoyment. Whether it is a puzzle, a game, or a book, Ravensburger is committed to durable design and high-quality materials. The result is cherished products that not only delight children but can also be enjoyed by future generations.
In-house production: Made by Ravensburger
About two-thirds of our products are manufactured in-house with a wealth of expertise and attention to detail. We produce our puzzles directly in Ravensburg, among other places, and most of our plastic game components come from our own injection molding plant in Polička, Czech Republic. This way, quality remains in our hands and the joy of play stays with you.
Avoiding PVC
PVC is one of the plastics that presents particular challenges for a circular economy. Due to its material properties and the additives commonly used in its production, recycling and reuse are often more complex than for many other plastics. In particular, highly detailed toy figures are still made from PVC in a small number of cases.
We are committed to gradually phasing out the use of PVC across all our products. We have already eliminated PVC from our packaging materials and are continuously working on alternative solutions that support material circularity without compromising quality, safety, or durability.
Recycling? Considered from the very beginning
To ensure that our products are recyclable at the end of their life cycle, we consider recyclability already during the design phase. From the very beginning of product development, we focus on making use of established and efficient recycling streams, such as those for paper and cardboard.
At the same time, we are working to minimize the use of composite materials and keep the variety of materials used to an absolute minimum. The fewer different materials a product contains, the easier it is to recycle and integrate into a circular economy.
Play the Box: When packaging becomes part of the game
Why should a box just store things when it can also be part of the game? With our “Play the Box” concept, we approach product development in a creative, resource-efficient, and playful way. The idea: components of the box are cleverly integrated into the gaming experience. This helps us conserve resources and turns the box into a little adventure for select products.
People – Embracing Fairness, Diversity, and Responsibility
For us, sustainability means more than just developing eco-friendly products. It also involves taking responsibility for the people we work with. As a fourth-generation family-owned company, we at Ravensburger place great importance on treating others with respect and fairness. Trust, reliability, and openness define our relationships with employees and business partners. We build on long-term relationships and always act with mutual respect.
Family-Friendly Employer
Flexible work hours, customized part-time options, the opportunity to return after parental leave, and childcare and vacation care programs create a work environment that actively supports work-life balance.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity
At Ravensburger, we embrace diversity. In our multinational company, everyone is welcome—regardless of origin, gender, age, worldview, or lifestyle. We create a work environment characterized by respect, openness, and equal opportunity—because we are convinced that different perspectives help us all move forward together. Among other initiatives, we regularly hold training programs on diversity and inclusion.
Our Commitment
As part of a donation program, the Ravensburger Group has been supporting children, families, and educational institutions in need in a variety of ways for many years, primarily in Germany but also in other countries where Ravensburger operates.
In addition, since 2000, the Ravensburger Verlag Foundation has been specifically supporting initiatives that benefit children, families, and education.
Family-Friendly Employer
Flexible work hours, customized part-time options, the opportunity to return after parental leave, and childcare and vacation care programs create a work environment that actively supports work-life balance.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity
At Ravensburger, we embrace diversity. In our multinational company, everyone is welcome—regardless of origin, gender, age, worldview, or lifestyle. We create a work environment characterized by respect, openness, and equal opportunity—because we are convinced that different perspectives help us all move forward together. Among other initiatives, we regularly hold training programs on diversity and inclusion.
Our Commitment
As part of a donation program, the Ravensburger Group has been supporting children, families, and educational institutions in need in a variety of ways for many years, primarily in Germany but also in other countries where Ravensburger operates.
In addition, since 2000, the Ravensburger Verlag Foundation has been specifically supporting initiatives that benefit children, families, and education.
Responsibility in the Supply Chain
As an internationally active company, we place great importance on adhering to high social and environmental standards throughout our entire supply chain. To ensure this, all our suppliers undergo regular risk assessments. Depending on the risk potential—particularly with regard to country of origin and product category—we require externally audited proof of compliance with recognized social standards.
As an internationally active company, we place great importance on adhering to high social and environmental standards throughout our entire supply chain. To ensure this, all our suppliers undergo regular risk assessments. Depending on the risk potential—particularly with regard to country of origin and product category—we require externally audited proof of compliance with recognized social standards.
Learning – Promoting education through play and sustainable thinking
My First Games
The “My First Games” product line was developed specifically for children ages 2 and up and combines age-appropriate game materials with simple rules, short playtimes, and lovingly designed illustrations. They foster early playful experiences, social skills, fine motor skills, language development, and active family interaction. Whether it’s recognizing colors, understanding basic rules, or learning to win and lose together—“My First Games” accompany children on their first steps into the world of play and learning.
“Wieso? Weshalb? Warum?” – Knowledge That Lasts
The successful non-fiction series “Wieso? Weshalb? Warum?” teaches children ages 2 and up age-appropriate knowledge about their environment. Clearly structured, vivid, and interactive! The books foster curiosity, an understanding of how things work, and create an early awareness of social and environmental issues. Possible topics include the animal and plant world, family life, everyday situations, and various professions, all presented in a vivid and realistic way. With a durable design for long-lasting use, this series is an integral part of holistic education in the child’s room.
GraviTrax Junior – Shaping the World Through Play
With GraviTrax Junior, children ages 3 and up discover the world of marble runs in a creative, age-appropriate, and sustainable way. The series playfully promotes fine motor skills, logical thinking, spatial awareness, and initial experiences with physical principles. The modular system allows for the creation of ever-changing, unique tracks, fostering imagination and a love of learning. The components are made largely from bio-based plastic and wood fibers. GraviTrax Junior combines creative play with exciting discoveries for curious children with big ideas.
tiptoi® - Interactive Learning with a System
Books, games, and learning sets come to life with the digital pen, fascinatingly imparting knowledge about nature, technology, society, and the environment to children ages 3 and up. The product line supports independent learning, promotes language development and an understanding of how things work, and raises early awareness of topics such as environmental protection, wildlife, and community life. Thanks to durable materials and versatile content, tiptoi® also stands for a well-thought-out and child-friendly approach to digital media.
The “My First Games” product line was developed specifically for children ages 2 and up and combines age-appropriate game materials with simple rules, short playtimes, and lovingly designed illustrations. They foster early playful experiences, social skills, fine motor skills, language development, and active family interaction. Whether it’s recognizing colors, understanding basic rules, or learning to win and lose together—“My First Games” accompany children on their first steps into the world of play and learning.
“Wieso? Weshalb? Warum?” – Knowledge That Lasts
The successful non-fiction series “Wieso? Weshalb? Warum?” teaches children ages 2 and up age-appropriate knowledge about their environment. Clearly structured, vivid, and interactive! The books foster curiosity, an understanding of how things work, and create an early awareness of social and environmental issues. Possible topics include the animal and plant world, family life, everyday situations, and various professions, all presented in a vivid and realistic way. With a durable design for long-lasting use, this series is an integral part of holistic education in the child’s room.
GraviTrax Junior – Shaping the World Through Play
With GraviTrax Junior, children ages 3 and up discover the world of marble runs in a creative, age-appropriate, and sustainable way. The series playfully promotes fine motor skills, logical thinking, spatial awareness, and initial experiences with physical principles. The modular system allows for the creation of ever-changing, unique tracks, fostering imagination and a love of learning. The components are made largely from bio-based plastic and wood fibers. GraviTrax Junior combines creative play with exciting discoveries for curious children with big ideas.
tiptoi® - Interactive Learning with a System
Books, games, and learning sets come to life with the digital pen, fascinatingly imparting knowledge about nature, technology, society, and the environment to children ages 3 and up. The product line supports independent learning, promotes language development and an understanding of how things work, and raises early awareness of topics such as environmental protection, wildlife, and community life. Thanks to durable materials and versatile content, tiptoi® also stands for a well-thought-out and child-friendly approach to digital media.
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