Sustainability

Duurzaam ondernemen

Groen zit in ons DNA

Bij Fachjan geloven we dat écht ondernemen niet alleen draait om groei, maar om verantwoorde groei.
Wat begon als een familiebedrijf met liefde voor planten, is uitgegroeid tot een moderne kwekerij waar duurzaamheid de standaard is.

We zien het als onze plicht én passie om de natuur niet alleen te gebruiken, maar ook te beschermen.
Van duurzame energie tot hergebruik van water, van slimme teeltsystemen tot biologische bestrijding – iedere stap die we zetten, draagt bij aan een groenere toekomst.

sustainability at fachjan

Our path to a
sustainable world

2016

geothermal energy

Fachjan is one of seven partners in Aardwarmte Vogelaer B.V. Following an extensive preparation phase, two wells were drilled to a depth of over 2,400 meters in Poeldijk in spring 2016. Since March 2017, Fachjan has been using the geothermal network for its operations.

2017

Footprint calculation

Since 2017, Fachjan has measured its corporate footprint every year. The results help us identify the areas where our sustainability efforts can have the greatest impact.

2018

Solarpanels Honselersdijk

At the main location in Honselersdijk, 270 solar panels have been installed on the roof of the shed and the quarantine areas.

This marks the next step in the company’s sustainability efforts. The solar panels generate the majority of the electricity used.

2019

Double-layer screen curtains

After acquiring the ‘s-Gravenzande site, a second screen was quickly installed. This enables more efficient sun shading in the summer and helps save substantial energy in the winter due to its double insulating effect.

2021

Solarpanels Nieuwelaan

Fachjan has installed 600 solar panels on the shed roof at its ‘s-Gravenzande site. Thanks to these panels, the location now generates the majority of its daily electricity requirements.

2021-2022

Installation of humidification system

During 2021 and 2022, humidification systems were implemented at our two largest sites. They help maintain cooler, more humid conditions in the summer and support biological pest control by establish healthy populations.

2023

Peat-free substrate

Since August 1, 2023, all Sansevierias sold by Fachjan are grown in 100% peat-free potting soil.
Starting in 2024, this will be extended to all products fully grown in the Netherlands, meaning that the vast majority of our plants will be grown in peat-free substrate.

2023

Geothermal heat Nieuwelaan

In 2023, Fachjan signed an agreement to receive geothermal energy at its ‘s-Gravenzande site. The supply is expected to commence sometime in 2026.

2026

Electric truck

Starting in spring 2026, Fachjan’s first electric truck will be making its debut on Dutch roads!

Certificates

Certificates and accreditations

Our work is acknowledged by a range of certifications and quality labels, reflecting our dedication to excellence, people, and the environment.

Geothermal heat Vogelaer

Since 2017, we have been connected to Aardwarmte Vogelaer B.V. A geothermal project in the Westland that provides sustainable geothermal energy. Thanks to this connection, we heat our greenhouses largely without natural gas, which has drastically reduced our CO₂ emissions.

Global GAP

This certification shows that our cultivation processes comply with international standards for food safety, traceability, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility. It’s a clear testament to our commitment to responsible and transparent production — from greenhouse to customer.

Global GRASP

The GLOBAL G.A.P. Risk Assessment on Social Practice (GRASP) is an add-on that helps evaluate the health, safety, and well-being of employees at the farm or company level. It focuses on four main areas of social responsibility: employee participation, awareness of human and labor rights, monitoring indicators for these rights, and the protection of children and young workers.

MPS A+

MPS-ABC is more than a certification — it’s a monitoring tool that helps us take targeted action to reduce our environmental impact. By recording our resource use, we can measure Fachjan’s sustainability performance, promote more conscious consumption, and use the insights to make our operations even greener.

MPS SQ

Good working conditions matter to both traders and consumers. The MPS-Socially Qualified (SQ) certification shows that Fachjan complies with national and international standards for health and safety.

EAZA – European Association of Zoos and Aquaria

Through our collaboration with EAZA, we supply plants to zoos and botanical gardens throughout Europe. This way, we contribute to nature conservation, education, and awareness about biodiversity — literally: green that inspires.

EWA - European Water Alliance

Water is the source of all life. With EWA, we are committed to efficient water use and reuse within our cultivation. Our installations are designed to prevent waste and close cycles.

A natural step forward

At Fachjan, sustainability is not a project, but a path we have been following for years.
Thanks to the switch to geothermal energy, modern climate control systems, and energy-efficient installations, we have been reducing our footprint for years.

Additionally, we actively focus on:

  • Energy-efficient greenhouses with smart climate control
  • Renewable energy sources in cooperation with local partners
  • Water recycling and purification, every drop counts
  • Sustainable logistics, with electric vehicles and bundled transport
  • Waste separation and material reuse at all our locations

History of fachjan

discover our sustainability developments

We believe that real progress only occurs when we work together — with our customers, partners, and employees. Every plant that leaves Fachjan carries a piece of that mission: making the world greener, healthier, and more beautiful.

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