Sustainability in our Company
For Our Future
We have set a goal to reduce CO₂ emissions by 20252-neutral. That is why, since 2019, we have been preparing a CO2-assessment for our company, so that we can continuously improve and move closer to our climate goal. In addition to specific measures to reduce our CO2-Given the rise in CO₂ emissions, we also see it as our responsibility to find sustainable solutions to the challenges of our time. We are constantly striving to find greener and more efficient solutions for our projects.
In addition, through our initiatives and projects, we make a positive contribution to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Green Energy
In our office, we use only green electricity from renewable energy sources. This means that we power not only our computers, lights, and coffee machines, but also our own servers for internal company systems with electricity from sustainable energy sources. By switching to green electricity, we have already been able to significantly reduce our carbon footprint.
Sports & Responsibility
Our employees are the foundation of our outstanding work and our success. That is why we want to maintain and promote our employees’ health through various initiatives, such as providing height-adjustable desks, free gym access, and participating together in company runs.
These initiatives also include our annual „move IT“ competition, in which our employees get active to support climate protection. While in recent years this was only possible by bike, starting in 2022, the motto is: Every kilometer counts—whether by bike, inline skating, or swimming. Together, we’ll rack up kilometers to protect our environment. At the end of each competition, we’ll get together for a barbecue and a celebration.
Tree Planting
Since 2020, we have planted one tree for every 1,000 kilometers accumulated in our contest. The trees are planted in Germany by the company PLANT-MY-TREE® planted. So last year, we had 72 trees planted in Nobitz-Runsdorf.
Reforestation—for example, of cleared forest areas—not only sequesters CO2 Not only does it help restore forests, but it also creates new ones that provide habitats for animals and plants. Planting trees also helps purify the air and water and protects the soil from erosion.
(Photo: ©Carolin Kotte)
Work Bike & Work Ticket
Our employees are increasingly using bicycles or public transportation for their daily commute. To make using sustainable modes of transportation for the commute even more appealing, we offer the option to use a “Jobrad” or contribute to the public transit “Jobticket.” As a result, our employees not only save money but are also leaving their cars at home more often to use more sustainable modes of transportation. Of course, the “Jobrad” and the public transit job ticket are also available to them in their free time.
Remote Work & Reducing Business Travel
In addition to promoting sustainable modes of transportation for the commute to work, our employees also have the option to spend up to 50 % of their work time at a location of their choice. Depending on the mode of transportation used for the commute, this not only saves CO2 not only that, but it also contributes to a positive work-life balance for our employees.
In addition, we are also implementing measures to reduce business travel. A large portion of our meetings are already held remotely, and if a business trip truly cannot be avoided, our employees prefer to take the train rather than fly—whenever possible. The CO₂ emissions generated by our air travel2-Emissions are offset through support for climate protection projects.
Equality
Equality is important to us, and that starts with the language we use. As an IT company, we not only see it as our responsibility to drive new technologies forward, but we also stay at the forefront of social and political issues. To foster a culture of greater equality of opportunity, we are gradually adapting our written communication to use gender-inclusive language. In addition, we are delighted to bring together people from around 20 different countries at our company to work on exciting projects and participate in company events.
Times are changing, and so are the demands of the modern workplace. To accommodate all family situations, we also offer our employees the option to work part-time.
Would you like to take on a leadership role and lead one of our teams? When selecting our leaders, the only factors that matter are experience and personal commitment. Through our corporate culture, we aim to ensure fairer career and development opportunities at every level of the organization.
Additional Measures
We are continuously updating and optimizing our internal processes and implementing new measures. We are currently digitizing the majority of our processes to lay the groundwork for a paperless office. Until then, we use recycled paper for our printed documents.
We also prioritize sustainability when creating our marketing materials. For example, our company T-shirts are made from vegan, organic cotton. To minimize long shipping distances, we have our printed materials produced at regional printing shops whenever possible.
To promote the well-being of our employees, we offer free fruit and beverages in addition to weekly massage sessions. We make a point of purchasing primarily seasonal and locally sourced products, providing water in glass rather than plastic bottles, and offering plant-based alternatives in addition to organic cow’s milk.
Initiative for Greater Sustainability
We have set a goal to reduce CO₂ emissions by 20252-neutral. That is why, since 2019, we have been preparing a CO2-assessment for our company, so that we can continuously improve and move closer to our climate goal. In addition to specific measures to reduce our CO2-Given the rise in CO₂ emissions, we also see it as our responsibility to find sustainable solutions to the challenges of our time. We are constantly striving to find greener and more efficient solutions for our projects.
In addition, through our initiatives and projects, we make a positive contribution to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
At our company, everyone is encouraged to get actively involved and use their ideas to advance the cause of sustainability. To this end, members of the Sustainability Guild meet regularly to evaluate past initiatives, develop new measures, and plan their practical implementation. Our sustainability officers facilitate the guild meetings and handle external communications.
They work closely with senior management to ensure that our actions are increasingly sustainable and to achieve our climate goal.
Marcel Haelke & Carolin Kohl
Do you have questions about our sustainability initiatives, or do you have any ideas or suggestions? Our sustainability officers look forward to hearing from you.
