Tech. Cars. Machines. 32. Joachim Rosenberg, Head of Strategy, Volvo Group
Mar 29, 2023
Joachim Rosenberg, Volvo Group, talks about Volvo's commitment to sustainability, powertrain technologies, and creating a recharging infrastructure in Europe. He also discusses investments and partnerships in the automotive industry and the future of transportation.
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Volvo Cars Divestiture
- Volvo Group divested its car division in 1999 to Ford.
- Geely acquired it in 2010 during the financial crisis.
Volvo's Sustainability Scope
- Sustainability at Volvo encompasses economic, social, and environmental factors.
- It's broader than the business itself, impacting all stakeholders.
Sustainability as a Core Value
- Volvo Group added "environmental care" as a core value in 1972.
- Sustainability is now intrinsic to everything Volvo does, driven by customer demand and societal shifts.