SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 19, 2024 – The EUPD Group recently concluded its highly successful European Sustainability Week, held from December 10th to 12th at the Steigenberger Icon Grandhotel & Spa on the Petersberg near Bonn, Germany. This influential event brought together key players in the German and European sustainability sector to discuss the latest developments, celebrate leading organizations, and pave the way for a more sustainable future.
Paths Towards Reporting, Transparency & Innovation
Under the theme "Paths towards Reporting, Transparency & Innovation," the European Sustainability Week provided a dynamic platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and collaboration. Attendees engaged in discussions on a wide range of sustainability topics, including environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. The event also featured the presentation of various awards recognizing organizations for their outstanding contributions to sustainability.
Corporate Social Sustainability Takes Center Stage
The Corporate Health Award, presented in collaboration with the Handelsblatt Media Group, was a highlight of the week. This prestigious award, now in its 16th year, recognizes companies with excellent health management practices that promote employee well-being and performance.
ESG Summit: A Hub for Industry Leaders
The ESG Summit, held on December 11th, provided a forum for leading European experts to share their insights and best practices on a wide range of ESG topics. Speakers included:
- Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès von Hattburg
- Ralph Thurm, Managing Director of r3.0
- Podcaster Zackes Brustik
- EU Goodwill Ambassador Victoria Michaels
- Politicians from the European Parliament and various regional governments
The summit also featured the presentation of several awards, including the ESG Transparency Award, the Energiewende Award, and the SolarProsumer Award, recognizing pioneers in their respective fields.
Diverse Perspectives on the ESG Sector
Ralph Thurm, Managing Director of r3.0, emphasized the importance of discussing regenerative and distributive economies within the ESG context:
"We are very pleased that the European Sustainability Week has invited us to speak about regenerative and distributive economies - a topic not usually covered at ESG summits. We applaud the organizers for giving us the opportunity to voice our views about a regenerative and distributive economy and what this means in consequence as we live in an age of collapse."
Expert Committees Shape the Future of Sustainability
The final day of the European Sustainability Week focused on intensive committee meetings, where leading industry representatives outlined future-oriented projects and initiatives.
A Platform for Collaboration and Progress
The European Sustainability Week brought together more than 50 speakers and hundreds of participants from across Europe, fostering collaboration and driving progress in the field of sustainability.
"We are proud to have initiated an event series that focuses on promoting sustainability and ESG. Only when the best of the best meet with motivated business decision-makers and learn from each other can we secure a future-proof, sustainable economy and society. The corporate sector plays one of the most important roles in the sustainability transformation - that's why it's important for us to make our contribution to creating valuable synergies." - EUPD Group founder and CEO Markus A.W. Hoehner
About the EUPD Group
The EUPD Group is a leading provider of data-based research and consulting services for sustainability-oriented companies. With a focus on the Energy, Social, and ESG sectors, the EUPD Group helps businesses achieve success through market research, consulting, and training.
About the European Sustainability Week
Organized by the EUPD Group, the European Sustainability Week is a unique platform for discussing the latest national and international sustainability developments with industry pioneers, expert councils, and committees. The ESG Summit, a key component of the week, offers participants the opportunity to expand their knowledge, network with peers, and learn from industry leaders.