Foreword by Laurent Auguste
CEO, Der Grüne Punkt Holding GmbH & Co. KG
'At Der Grüne Punkt, sustainability is not merely a responsibility — it is our driving force. At our sites in Cologne, Hörstel, and Eisfeld, we are committed every day to combining ecological and social responsibility with entrepreneurial innovation.
Our vision is to contribute to make the circular economy of plastics a reality at scale. We define our three core values as "we innovate with passion for circularity", "we grow stronger together" and "we deliver with excellence". Sustainability and circular economy are at the heart of the purpose of our company; they guide what we do and who we are. At a time when some challenge the very concept of sustainability, we stand firm: it defines our strategy, our partnerships, and our vision for the future.
This report highlights our initiatives to reduce environmental footprint, promote circularity, and create safe, inclusive working environments. We recognize that improving sustainability is a journey; the report documents our progress, the challenges we face, and our vision: a future in which resources are preserved, systems are designed to be regenerative, and communities are empowered.
We are investing in state-of-the-art recycling technologies and digital solutions to enhance efficiency and transparency across the entire value chain. By collaborating with industry leaders and policymakers, we are setting standards that deliver measurable impact.
Our goal is to accelerate innovation, strengthen partnerships, and achieve ambitious targets for CO₂ reduction and resource conservation. Every step we take today brings us closer to a world where sustainability is embedded in decisions we take.
Together with our business partners, customers, and employees, we are setting new benchmarks for sustainable development. I invite you to explore this report and join us on our journey towards a greener and more circular future.'
Yours sincerely
Laurent Auguste
Our new, up-to-date sustainability report provides transparent insight into the structure of our company and shows how many dedicated employees contribute to the implementation of our sustainability goals on a daily basis. Production and administration work closely together in partnership to achieve progress at our sites and pursue common goals.
The following topic areas illustrate the developments we have already initiated and the areas in which we want to continue to make progress.
In terms of content, we broadly follow the standards of the Global Sustainability Standards Board (GSSB), but have deliberately decided not to create a GRI index due to our modular, topic-based structure.
Our sustainability strategy is also based on the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which form a global framework for environmental, social and economic action and serve as a guide for our measures.
