Seat for the Planet

Increasing circular economy design practices in the automotive industry

Seat for the Planet is FORVIA’s innovative seating design that completely rethinks seats from frame to foam, covers and accessories. 

Focused on safety, comfort and sustainability, Seat for the planet reduces the carbon footprint at every step; from seat architecture and sustainable materials to industrial processes and life-cycle management.

Forvia has streamlined designs to use fewer materials; sourcing materials that are recyclable, recycled or bio-sourced (including fossil-free steel); avoiding mixed materials to simplify recycling; and reintegrating production scrap whenever possible. 

The first-generation Seat for the Planet is easy to assemble and disassemble, to facilitate recycling and refurbishing and offers up to 15% in weight savings and 48% lower CO2 than a current B segment seat.

Weight reduction improves the driving range of electric vehicles while the slimline design offers more flexibility and room in the cabin. 

Increasing circular economy practices in the automotive industry will extend vehicle use, driving demand for replacing or upgrading elements. By taking a modular approach, Forvia can refurbish seating elements, which will support longer lifecycles and stimulate new recycling and repair activities.

Seat for the planet – for a sustainable future built on innovation.