In a groundbreaking move, Kohler has released the first certified Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for a mission-critical generator set, marking a significant step forward in the industry’s sustainability efforts. The declaration, presented as a PEP Ecopassport, provides detailed, independently verified data on the environmental impact of the KD3750-F backup generator across its entire lifecycle. This document is third-party certified, and serves as a vital resource for data centers aiming to make sustainable purchasing decisions and implement low-carbon strategies.
The PEP Ecopassport covers all stages of the product lifecycle, from raw material extraction to end-of-life, and has been verified by independent specialists to ensure accuracy and compliance with ISO 14025 standards. The process involved a comprehensive lifecycle assessment methodology, close collaboration with key suppliers, and the use of advanced software tools to quantify environmental impacts. Initially issued for the KD3750-F generator, the baseline data can be extrapolated to other Kohler models in the KD Series, a very popular product line for the data center market.
Charles Hunsucker, President of Power Systems at Kohler Energy, emphasized the importance of this initiative as part of the company’s broader sustainability strategy: “The transparent and standardized information in this declaration allows our mission-critical generator customers to fully understand the environmental impact of our products, supporting their efforts to adopt more sustainable practices.”
The publication of this environmental declaration sets a new industry standard, offering unprecedented visibility into the environmental footprint of backup power solutions. It also aligns with emerging regulatory requirements for climate-related disclosures, such as California’s Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act and the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive.
Although the PEP Ecopassport extends only to generators produced in Kohler’s manufacturing facility in France, the company has plans to introduce similar EPD programs for products manufactured in the U.S. The EPD project is part of a larger commitment to enhancing generator efficiency, adopting renewable fuels like hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), and implementing innovative maintenance techniques, all in an effort to stay at the forefront of providing resilient and sustainable power options for data centers.
For more details on the PEP Ecopassport and Kohler Energy’s sustainability initiatives, visit them online here.
