We want to put our company on a sustainable footing and operate sustainably. For us, this means:
The actions of our company and all employees should be based on social, ecological and economic factors. In this way, it contributes to securing the future of our company and the world.
The expectations and wishes of our stakeholders play a major role here. They play a decisive role in determining our key sustainability issues. In addition, we analyse the impact of our company on the environment and people in our supply chains.
As part of the Würth Group, the path to a circular economy is fundamental for us. On the way there, these three fields of action are crucial for us:
‘Sustainability is a key part of our corporate strategy. By placing environmental and social responsibility at the centre of our actions, we create long-term value for our customers, employees and society. Our aim is to make a positive contribution to the environment through sustainable practices and at the same time ensure our economic success.’
Marcel Oben-Stintenberg
Managing Director and responsible for sustainability
What we have achieved so far
‘Bronze’ in the EcoVadis sustainability rating
‘Bronze’ in the EcoVadis sustainability rating
HSR has been awarded the bronze medal by the renowned rating agency EcoVadis for its sustainability efforts since 2024. This puts us in the top 35 per cent of companies rated last year. All of the information we submitted was assessed and reviewed by an independent expert from EcoVadis. The EcoVadis award recognises companies that have demonstrated a strong sustainability management system during the assessment process.
This award is a sign that we are on the right track - and that we are continuing to work on improving our sustainability practices.
We have also compiled all relevant sustainability information for you in our profile on Integrity Next. You can find us on Integrity Next here.
Signing of the United Nations Global Compact
We are a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact, thereby demonstrating that we are in favour of sustainable and responsible management of our company.
Specifically, the Global Compact supports 10 principles that cover areas such as
- human rights
- employee rights
- environmental protection and
- prevention of corruption.
By signing up to them, we are committed to them and regularly report on their fulfilment.
The UN Global Compact was founded in 2000 and is the world's largest sustainability initiative with more than 15,000 companies in over 160 countries.
We are guided by the SDG core goals
We are guided by the SDG core goals
Global frameworks form the basis for our sustainability management as they enable us to achieve standardised benchmarking.
Our alignment with the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) is a significant contribution to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda.
The core goals
- Decent work and economic growth
- Industry, innovation and infrastructure
- Sustainable consumption and production
- Climate protection measures
are of particular strategic relevance to us. They contribute significantly to the three fields of action of climate, material cycles and social standards.
