WEPA was awarded the German Sustainability Award as a company in the “paper, cardboard and paperboard” sector. The award was presented on November 28th as part of the German Sustainability Day in Düsseldorf.
The German Sustainability Award is considered Europe’s leading award for ecological and social commitment and is the most prestigious sustainability award in Germany. This award is presented by the German Sustainability Award Foundation e.V.
With the award in the “Companies” category, the jury, made up of representatives from business, politics and society, honors 100 companies that provide the most convincing answers to the challenges of sustainability in their industries and drive change. The award winners are selected on the basis of detailed sustainability profiles. WEPA particularly highlighted the measures in the areas of recycling, climate, biodiversity and water management, all of which are integral parts of the WEPA sustainability strategy.
“The award of the German Sustainability Award is a special honor for WEPA, explains Stefan Gräter, Director Group Sustainability of the WEPA Group. It makes us one of the 100 most sustainable companies in Germany. This award not only recognizes our commitment, but also strengthens our pioneering role in sustainability in the hygiene paper industry and motivates us to continue to work for sustainability.”