Ansys released a report introducing a new methodology for using simulation to measure and assess the sustainability impact of design decisions throughout the product life cycle. The report, which includes research and analytical support from McKinsey & Co, details how this methodology was applied at companies such as Danfoss Drives, Infineon, and Mars. Findings indicate that these companies reduced direct, indirect, and/or greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by at least 10% using Ansys simulation solutions.
Sustainability is a key global business priority driven by regulatory pressures, consumer demand, and climate change. Ansys simulation enables businesses to respond to these market challenges by optimizing designs to meet specific sustainability goals, such as reducing waste generation, improving energy efficiency, and lowering the overall carbon footprint. The methodology helps companies predict return on investment for sustainability initiatives through virtual prototyping and process optimization.
Specific examples from the report include Danfoss Drives, which used Ansys simulation to optimize a drive controller, contributing to a reduction in lifetime energy consumption of up to 45% compared to the previous generation. Infineon cut total electrical losses by 50% for an electric vehicle inverter design, reducing downstream emissions by 2-3% per vehicle. Mars also reduced plastic use by 246 tons in 2024 by redesigning over 12,000 packaging types with Ansys simulation.
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