Department Environment

The CIVD Environment Department is aware of the importance of an intact natural environment for caravanning as a form of vacation and, together with its members, actively campaigns for environmentally

In the area of environmental policy, the CIVD Environment Department works together with its member companies to take account of the requirements of society and politics and to find environmentally compatible solutions in advance of legal regulations.
This key objective is pursued from production through use to disposal of the products. In view of the fact that the attractiveness of caravanning as a form of vacation is directly dependent on an intact natural environment, this is an important point that we are promoting to increase public acceptance of this form of vacation.
One of the most important features of caravanning is the appeal of enjoying leisure time in and with nature. The caravanning industry is aware of the importance of the environment and natural resources for life and health. At the same time, it is deeply convinced that environmental innovations and ecologically sustainable developments must be implemented with foresight in order to preserve natural resources for the benefit of all.

In this context, the continuous reduction of exhaust emissions from vehicles is particularly important. The number of motorhome registrations has risen rapidly in recent years. For this reason, the caravanning industry is looking ahead to the latest technical possibilities to keep pollution from diesel engines as low as possible and do its part to keep the air clean.

Continuous optimization – not only in terms of fuel consumption emissions, but also during development and production – should help to minimize the impact of emissions from leisure vehicle production on air, soil and water.

 

Contact Department Environment

Jost Krüger Technical Director E-Mail: info@civd.de
Tim Rüttgers Technical Manager E-Mail: info@civd.de
Jost Krüger Technical Director E-Mail: info@civd.de
Tim Rüttgers Technical Manager E-Mail: info@civd.de
CIVD Directive Material Compliance The industry-wide guidelines for material compliance ensure a high standard in the areas of technical requirements, comfort and environmental friendliness. Find out more
International Disassembly Manual for Motor Caravans The online version of the manufacturer-independent dismantling manual for motor caravans serves as a helpful source for recyclers and disposal companies. Find out more
CO2 Emissions On the issue regarding the possible driving ban of diesel vehicles, the CIVD advocates for exception regulations to be made for motor caravan owners. Find out more
Study by the ifeu Institute on the carbon footprint of caravanning trips Institute for Energy and Environmental Research certifies that caravanning has a good climate balance. Find out more