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🔑 Unlock collaboration and learning at our Meetups in Munich and Hamburg 🔑 Every month, the SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Community hosts an exclusive gathering for top-level sustainability professionals in Munich. This unique networking platform has become so successful, that we’re adding a Meetup location in Hamburg in January 2025. Join us for FREE to: 🌐 Connect with 10-15 fellow sustainability leaders 🚀 Stay on top of the latest trends 🤝 Find collaboration partners 🧠 Share experiences ✅ Solve challenges What to expect: 1. Welcoming talk and personal introductions 2. Sharing of key challenges to draw on the experiences of fellow leaders 3. Networking with other top-level sustainability professionals  4. Insightful presentations on current topics 5. Delicious drinks and snacks, and an informal atmosphere 6. Chatham House Rules: Share insights while keeping identities confidential 🤝  Meet fellow industry leaders like: - Christian Fikentscher, SVP Group Sustainability, ProSiebenSat.1 - Kate Ahern, Head of ESG, Sandoz - Dr. Wojtek Kulczycki, Head of Sustainability, ADAC - José Antonio Coll, Head of Sustainability, Airbus Defence and Space - Dr. Florian Albrecht, Head of Strategy Product Carbon Footp., Siemens - Johannes Erhard, Group Lead Climate & Environment, BayWa - Johannes Knubben, Head of Sustainability, HiPP-Gruppe - Thiemo Färber, Head of Sustainability, PALFINGER - Danielle Dennewald, Head of Innov. Mgt. & Sustainability Transf., Clariant 🤔 Still wondering if our meetups are right for you? Check out participant comments below these posts about our last three events 😉👇 - https://lnkd.in/dqR6pYwW - https://lnkd.in/djrp--iC - https://lnkd.in/d6DgDQ_2 📩 Interested in joining us? Send a LinkedIn message to community host Sven Steinert to apply to join a Meetup in Munich or Hamburg. … The SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Community is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO. #SUSTAINX #sustainability #sustainabilityjourney #decadeofaction #circulareconomy #networking #leadership #sustainabilityleaders #Munich #Hamburg

Check out the latest edition of the SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Newsletter, featuring thought-provoking insights from Jahanzeb Tariq, Global Manager of Product Sustainability and Circularity at Viessmann Climate Solutions. Jahanzeb offers practical strategies for tackling today’s sustainability challenges, from redefining net zero to driving circularity. What to expect: 1. Achieving decarbonisation: Collaboration, digitalisation and a sustainable mindset 2. Net zero isn't what you think it is 3. Tips for a successful career in sustainability 4. Looking back at our Community Meetup in Munich 5. SUSTAINX Community Spotlight: Decarbonising operations 6. Our latest podcast episode 📖 Start reading now! (Read time: 8 minutes) 👉 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the newsletter for monthly insights and community updates. ... #SUSTAINX #sustainability #sustainabilityjourney #decadeofaction #circulareconomy The SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability community is powered by @H&Z Management Consulting. Thank you to our friends at @SAWOO for helping us to create this newsletter.

ALDI SÜD HOLDING’s Global Sustainability Strategy is designed to embed sustainability into every area of the business, ensuring all functions work together toward the vision of making eco-conscious choices accessible for everyone. The strategy covers six essential sustainability dimensions: 1. Human Rights 🌐 2. Circularity & Sustainable Packaging ♻️ 3. Animal Welfare 🐾 4. Climate in Nature 🌎 5. Healthy Nutrition 🥦 6. Food Waste Reduction 🍲 For Sandra Koerger, Director of International Sustainability, and her team focused on non-food supply chains, the priority dimensions are the first four. This focus ensures that textiles and other non-food categories adhere to ethical standards, support circularity, protect animal welfare, and minimise environmental impact. 💬 How is your organisation embedding sustainability across various supply chains? Share your insights in the comments. ... Listen to the full episode with Sandra Koerger HERE 👉 https://lnkd.in/dnGhJQ_X (Spotify) | https://lnkd.in/dqVrU5Ay (Apple Podcasts) Want to connect with like-minded sustainability professionals in a collaborative space? Join our online community at sustainx.bettermode.io. #SUSTAINX #sustainability #sustainabilityjourney #decadeofaction #circulareconomy The SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO. ⏱ This interview was published on the 22nd of October 2024.

🌍 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐚𝐩? 🔋 As recently reported by Reuters, Europe stands at a critical crossroads in its circular economy journey. By 2030, the continent could recycle enough battery materials to supply up to two million electric vehicles (EVs) annually. Yet, high energy costs and limited financial support threaten to undermine this potential. ♻️ Currently, Europe’s recycling capacity meets only 10% of the projected 2030 demand. Without urgent investment and streamlined policies, we risk losing valuable materials to markets like China. 💡 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲—𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 and retaining high-value resources within Europe. With over 30 recycling projects underway, the groundwork is being laid, but more support is needed to close the gap. 🚀 𝐀𝐭 SUSTAINX, 𝐰𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝-𝐨𝐧. Let’s talk about how we can accelerate recycling innovation and create a more sustainable future together.

In the midst of a $13B merger that saw Viessmann becoming part of Carrier Global, Jahanzeb Tariq and his team developed a circular product design guideline with support from Nordic Sustainability—embedding it into the company’s existing processes. A remarkable achievement amidst such a significant organisational transition! 📊 The process: → Introduced circularity gates into established product development workflows. → Ensured R&D, engineers, and product teams passed through these gates at every stage of development. 🌍 The result: These guidelines are shaping Viessmann Climate Solutions’ next-generation fleet, proving that sustainability is the blueprint for the future. What’s your take on embedding sustainability during organisational change? Share your insights in the comments! ... Listen to the full episode with Jahanzeb Tariq HERE 👉 https://lnkd.in/eq4Z-Q6x (Spotify) | https://lnkd.in/egjNAKcw (Apple Podcasts) Want to connect with like-minded sustainability professionals in a collaborative space? Join our online community at sustainx.bettermode.io. #SUSTAINX #sustainability #sustainabilityjourney #decadeofaction #circulareconomy The SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO. ⏱ This interview was published on the 5th of November 2024.

Building a sustainable corporate culture can seem daunting. Where should companies even begin? According to Carolle Müller, Change and Transformation Director (formerly at Merck), transparency through reporting is a great first step. But there’s more to it. 🎥 Watch the video to learn why companies must go beyond reporting and actively engage employees to create real, lasting change. ... Listen to the full episode with Carolle Müller HERE 👉  https://lnkd.in/eSYPG9mv (Spotify) | https://lnkd.in/eMe934h6 (Apple Podcasts) Want to connect with like-minded sustainability professionals in a collaborative space? Join our online community at sustainx.bettermode.io. #SUSTAINX #sustainability #sustainabilityjourney #decadeofaction #circulareconomy The SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO. ⏱ This interview was published on the 1st of October 2024.

Is your sustainability strategy truly integrated into your business DNA? In this episode, host Sven Steinert talks to Susanne Horn, Director of Corporate Development at DEHN SE, about embedding sustainability into corporate strategy. Susanne shares how DEHN SE drives innovation by reducing material use, co-developing digital product passports, and collaborating with suppliers and industry peers. Learn how these actions are seamlessly integrated into the company’s operations and how DEHN SE turns regulatory requirements into opportunities for groundbreaking solutions. You'll learn: 1. How embedding sustainability into corporate strategy creates lasting impact 2. Why partnerships with suppliers, customers, and industry peers drive innovation 3. How sustainability influences customer decisions and builds market advantage 4. Why regulations are just the starting point for meaningful sustainability efforts Listen to the podcast HERE 👉 https://lnkd.in/e3T87UrK (Spotify) | https://lnkd.in/etuRFG3C (Apple Podcasts) Get in touch with Susanne Horn here on LinkedIn. Learn more about DEHN SE here on LinkedIn or visit their website: https://www.dehn.de About the host Sven Steinert: Sven Steinert is the CEO of SUSTAINX | The Sustainability Leaders Community, and Partner and Sustainability Lead at H&Z Management Consulting. To Sven, sustainability is not just a buzzword – it’s about making real changes for a sustainable future. His goal is to help companies reduce their environmental footprint and embrace circularity. Sven is passionate about ice hockey, and exploring new cultures to enrich his understanding of the world and diverse ways of life. Get in touch with Sven Steinert here on LinkedIn. Want to connect with like-minded sustainability professionals in a collaborative space? Join our online community at sustainx.bettermode.io. #sustainability #SUSTAINX #sustainabilityjourney #decadeofaction #circulareconomy The SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO.

Imagine CO₂ not as a waste product, but as a potential nutrient. Dr. Jan Chr. von der Lancken, Managing Director at EPEA GmbH – Part of Drees & Sommer, reveals a revolutionary perspective: while Cradle to Cradle principles don’t explicitly mention CO₂, the tide is turning as companies adopt this innovative mindset. One fascinating example? Transforming atmospheric CO₂ into diamonds. 💎 Curious about this groundbreaking approach and the hurdles it faces? Watch the video to learn more 🎬 ... Listen to the full episode with Dr. Jan Chr. von der Lancken HERE 👉 https://lnkd.in/e3i8KvKt (Spotify) | https://lnkd.in/eGA-inV5 (Apple Podcasts) Want to connect with like-minded sustainability professionals in a collaborative space? Join our online community at sustainx.bettermode.io. #SUSTAINX #sustainability #sustainabilityjourney #decadeofaction #circulareconomy The SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO. ⏱ This interview was published on the 12th of August 2024.

🌍 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚'𝐬 𝐁𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐚 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜-𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 ♻️ The Guardian reports that the Gambia is making waves with its ambitious plan to eliminate plastic pollution by 2034. The small African nation is taking a significant step to protect its pristine beaches and ecosystems. By focusing on reducing plastic waste across its lifecycle, the Gambia aims to inspire global action. 🎯 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧: • Phased ban on single-use plastics • Improved access to drinking water • Stricter enforcement of existing regulations • Increased public awareness campaigns 💡 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲? Join SUSTAINX in driving positive change. Let's work together to build a more sustainable world. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐮𝐬 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲.🤝 Let's support the Gambia's forward-looking efforts and encourage other nations to follow suit. Read more on this in The Guardian's recent article: https://lnkd.in/e2SVPVp7 #sustainability #plasticpollution #environment #Gambia #greenfuture

Sustainability needs to be integrated into all aspects of business. Vanessa Seipp, Sustainability & Governance Expert Strategic Procurement at Siemens Healthineers, believes in the power of business cases to drive this change. 📊 When managers see all options transparently, including costs and CO₂ impact, they can make decisions that benefit both the planet and the bottom line. 💪 Let's embrace transparency and make sustainability a core part of our business strategy! ... For more insights from Vanessa, listen to the full episode HERE 👉 https://lnkd.in/ee5qjsrU (Apple) |https://lnkd.in/eiKDzngh (Spotify) Want to connect with like-minded sustainability professionals in a collaborative space? Join our online community at sustainx.bettermode.io. #SUSTAINX #sustainability #sustainabilityjourney #decadeofaction #circulareconomy The SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO. ⏱ This interview was published on the 18th of June 2024.