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We hosted another successful SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Community #Meetup in #Munich yesterday. 🎉 And what a great evening of in-depth conversations and networking it was! Your enthusiastic participation contributed to the evening's success. 🤝 A big shout-out to everyone who attended:  - Niels Angel, Project Leader Sustainability Catena-X, BMW Group - Dr. Caroline Cassignol, Cluster Head "Circularity & Sust. Materials", Siemens - Tupac Celery, Program Manager Carbon Reduction Suppliers, Siemens - Danielle Dennewald, Head of Innovation Management & Sust. Transf., Clariant - Magdalena Droppelmann, Department Head Idea2net, DACHSER - Johannes Erhard, Group Lead Climate & Environment, BayWa - Thiemo Färber, Head of Sustainability, PALFINGER - Lena I. Fuldauer, Global Sust. & Resilience Solutions Lead, Allianz Commercial - Dr. Miranda Jarvis, Sustainability Lead, A2MAC1 - Rainer Karcher, Founder & CEO, Heartprint - Samara Madjid, Sustainability Manager, BMW Group - Sabrina Raith, Head of Sustainability, TAKKT Group - Laura Schweizer, Managerin Nachhaltigkeit & Organisationsentw., BurdaVerlag - Ute Schwing, Senior Manager Sustainability Mgt. & Reporting, MTU - Vanessa Seipp, Sust. & Governance Expert Strat. Procurement, Siemens Healthineers - Jasmina Wirsich, Sustainability Manager, PHARMAPLAN (TTP Group) - Julia Treichel, Head of Quality Steering & Sust. Mgt., F. X. MEILLER Are you a leader or decision-maker in the sustainability field and interested in joining our next Meetup? Save the dates so you don't miss out: 👉 31. October 👉 19. November 👉 05. December 👉 Send a LinkedIn message to our community host Sven Steinert for more information. ... The SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Community is powered by H&Z Management Consulting, in collaboration with SAWOO. #SUSTAINX #sustainability #sustainabilityjourney #decadeofaction #circulareconomy

🌼 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 🌼 In a recent project, Unilever and the University of Nottingham have introduced an innovative approach to transform waste flowers into sustainable fragrance oils. By repurposing unsold blooms from Lincolnshire’s Bridge Farm Group, this initiative tackles waste reduction while creating eco-friendly ingredients for personal care products. 🌸This project is part of the growing shift towards circular economy practices, replacing traditional petrochemical resources with natural alternatives. At SUSTAINX, we are inspired by these forward-thinking innovations. As circularity gains momentum across industries, how could your business leverage these approaches for sustainable growth? 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐮𝐬.🤝 #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #WasteReduction #SUSTAINX 📖 Learn more about this fascinating story from The Independent, here: https://lnkd.in/ebTkHeAB

💡 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭-𝐔𝐩𝐬: 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐖𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 ♻️ At SUSTAINX, we're inspired to learn of pioneering start-ups tackling one of the world’s most pressing issues: plastic waste. Innovators like CleanHub and Saahas Zero Waste Waste Management are using cutting-edge technology to track and trace plastic waste from collection to disposal, ensuring better resource management and reducing plastic pollution. • CleanHub uses AI-powered governance to monitor and verify plastic waste streams, enabling transparency from collection to treatment. 📊  • Saahas Waste Management focuses on India’s waste ecosystem, providing traceability solutions that ensure responsible recycling and accurate reporting. 🔄  • GIVO Africa combines IoT technology with local infrastructure to monitor plastic waste in underserved regions, promoting recycling through solar-powered off-grid facilities. 🌞 These start-ups align with SUSTAINX's vision to foster scalable, transparent waste management solutions that combat plastic pollution. By working together, we can create a future where plastic waste is fully traceable and responsibly managed. 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠? Let’s connect at SUSTAINX and accelerate your waste management goals! 🤝   Learn more about these trailblazing start-ups from the World Economic Forum: https://lnkd.in/eAAd6hPm #CircularEconomy #Innovation #PlasticWaste #WasteManagement #SupplyChainTransparency 

  🚨 𝐇&𝐙 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐇𝐒 𝐢𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲! 🚨   SHS - Stahl-Holding-Saar GmbH & Co. KGaA (with Dillinger, ROGESA SA and Saarstahl AG) has awarded central contracts for the direct reduction plant (DRI) and two electric arc furnaces (EAF) - a decisive milestone towards ‘green’ steel production! 🌍💚   Thanks to the systems, CO2 emissions are reduced by up to 55%, which corresponds to an annual saving of 4.8 million tonnes of CO2. SHS is therefore a pioneer and on the way to achieving the EU climate target ‘Fit for 55’ by 2030. 💪   H&Z has been supporting this pioneering project since 2022, providing expertise in project structure, procurement processes and award scenarios. Our commitment shows how we combine practical purchasing experience, transformation and sustainability - for a sustainable future for the steel industry and Germany as a business location. 🌱   A big thank you to Markus Lauer (CFO & CPO, SHS) for his recognition of our strategic foresight and to Friedhelm Felten (Programme Manager, SHS) for his decisive role in the implementation. A big thank you also to our H&Z colleagues Elmar Sauerwein and Klaus Katzer for their commitment! More info: https://lnkd.in/eE9GsvKn   H&Z Management Consulting #Sustainability #Decarbonisation #Transformation #GreenSteel #CircularEconomy 

Check out the latest edition of the SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Newsletter for insights on how building a sustainable corporate culture drives real change within an organisation. Carolle Müller, Change and Transformation Director, shares how companies can actively engage employees in meaningful sustainability efforts, and explains why investing in real-world solutions is more impactful than aiming for perfect sustainability ratings. What to expect: 1. Beyond reporting: How to build a sustainable corporate culture 2. Rethinking sustainability: Beyond ratings to real impact 3. Tips for a career in sustainability: Align your passion 4. Looking back at our Community Meetup in London 5. SUSTAINX Community Spotlight: Activating sustainability through culture 6. In case you missed our last podcast episode 📖 Start reading now! (Read time: 8 minutes) 👉 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the newsletter for monthly insights and community updates. ... Listen to the full episode with Carolle Müller HERE 👉 https://lnkd.in/eSYPG9mv (Spotify) | https://lnkd.in/eMe934h6 (Apple Podcasts) #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.

🚆 Advancing Circularity in the Rail Industry: A New Era of Sustainable Growth 🚆 At H&Z Management Consulting we are excited to share our latest white paper on circularity in the rail sector, with a special focus on rolling stock. As the administrative lead for the Railsponsible initiative for the third consecutive year, we have been committed to driving sustainability and transformation within the rail industry. The initiative unites key players across the rail value chain—including Alstom Deutsche Bahn Knorr-Bremse Siemens Mobility ÖBB and many more —to foster collaboration and share best practices for a more circular and resource-efficient future. 🚄🌍 What is Railsponsible? Railsponsible is an industry initiative dedicated to improving sustainability practices throughout the rail value chain. It brings together operators, manufacturers, suppliers, and industry associations to collectively advance the circular economy in rail. Under our administration, we have made significant progress, welcoming new members and continuing the journey towards a sustainable rail sector. Our latest study highlights the tangible benefits of embracing circular economy principles: • Extending the operational life of rolling stock by up to 15 years through predictive maintenance and efficient usage practices, reducing maintenance costs by up to 30%. • Demonstrating that modular design can cut production costs by up to 30%, making it easier to upgrade rolling stock and keep assets at their highest value. • Showing that extending the lifespan of assets in Europe by just five years could save 5-10 million tons of finished products, resulting in substantial economic and environmental gains. ♻️📉 A special thanks to Jeannot Schroeder and +ImpaKT his invaluable contributions to the study, and a big shoutout to my colleagues Rose S., Hannah Spaeth and Roman Bauer for their hard work in running Railsponsible. Together, we are pushing boundaries and making real strides towards a more sustainable rail industry. 🌱🚆 🔍 Dive deeper into the full study and discover actionable insights for embracing circularity in rail! Download the study below and share your thoughts—how can we further accelerate the shift to a sustainable rail industry? Let’s connect and collaborate to make a lasting impact together. Your feedback and ideas are crucial as we continue this journey towards a circular and resource-efficient future. #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #RailIndustry #RollingStock #Innovation #ModularDesign #PredictiveMaintenance #CircularRail #Collaboration

🌟 𝐌&𝐒 ‘𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬’ 𝐚 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐄𝐫𝐚 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 🌟 Supermarket institution, Marks and Spencer, in partnership with Huntapac Produce Limited, has taken a major step forward with their first autonomous farming trial, backed by the #𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘈 𝘕𝘦𝘵 𝘡𝘦𝘳𝘰 𝘈𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘰𝘳. By using robots for planting and weeding, drones to monitor crop health, and AI to optimise yields, they’ve reduced emissions by 46% and boosted crop quality by 16%. 🚜🌾 This trial proves that smarter farming methods can help us cut carbon while building resilience, especially during unpredictable weather. Key Highlights: ◦ 46% fewer carbon emissions thanks to innovative farming methods  ◦ 16% more high-quality crops using AI to monitor and improve growth  ◦ Weather-proof planting—the robots managed planting even during England’s wettest months since 1871  ◦ New skilled jobs as more technology enters the agricultural sector If this is what farming can achieve, how can other industries adopt similar approaches? 🤝At SUSTAINX, we're committed to helping industries embrace these types of forward-thinking, sustainable solutions. Connect with us to explore how we can help your business reduce its environmental impact and build for the future.    🔗M&S Autonomous Field Trial Press Release: https://lnkd.in/e974VXHr #CircularEconomy #NetZero #Sustainability #TechInnovation #AgriTech #SUSTAINX 

💡 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭-𝐔𝐩𝐬: 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🌐    At SUSTAINX, we’re inspired by the cutting-edge innovations driving the circular economy forward, so it’s great to read about start-ups like KWOTA, Replenysh, The The Surpluss | Certified B Corp, and sykell, pioneering digital solutions to make waste a valuable resource.    • 𝐊𝐖𝐎𝐓𝐀 tracks and certifies recycled material flows, returning value to producers and driving the shift from virgin to recycled resources. 🔄  • 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐬𝐡 builds fully traceable circular supply chains by tracking materials from production to reuse, helping businesses minimize waste. ♻️  • 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐬 turns excess materials into business opportunities, helping companies reduce emissions and repurpose underused resources. 🔗  • 𝐬𝐲𝐤𝐞𝐥𝐥 digitizes the lifecycle of reusable assets, promoting circular operations from production through to recycling. 📊    These innovations are perfectly aligned with SUSTAINX’s mission to build transparent, scalable circular supply chains. By embracing digital solutions, we can create a future where waste is no longer an issue but a resource.     𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 𝐠𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬?  🤝 Contact us at SUSTAINX today!     Learn more about these exciting start-ups and their impact from the World Economic Forum: https://lnkd.in/eAAd6hPm #CircularEconomy #Innovation #Sustainability #WasteToValue #SupplyChainTransparency 

🧱 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐛𝐲 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤, 𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐎 𝐢𝐬 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬! 🌍 LEGO has taken a bold step towards sustainability by adopting the 𝘮𝘢𝘴𝘴 𝘣𝘢𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘢𝘤𝘩 to replacing fossil fuel-based plastics with renewable alternatives. By 2026, 50% of their plastic will come from renewable or recycled materials, paving the way for a fully circular supply chain by 2032. 🔄 At SUSTAINX, we champion circularity as a fundamental part of future business models and the the LEGO Group initiative demonstrates how companies can drive sustainability while fostering innovation and profitability. 👉 Interested in transforming your business through circular solutions? Reach out to us to learn more about how we can support your journey. #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #RenewableMaterials #MassBalance #SustainX LEGO Press Release - https://lnkd.in/eFf3j5uU

Forget about ticking boxes. Sustainability is now the driving force behind successful, future-ready companies. In this episode, Sven Steinert talks to Change and Transformation Director Carolle Müller (Ex Merck) to explore the critical role sustainability plays in modern business strategy. Carolle explains why sustainability is not just a compliance topic, but the key to future-proof transformation and long-term success, impacting everything from profitability to talent acquisition. Drawing from her vast experience, she offers insights on driving sustainable change in corporate culture and embedding sustainability at every level of business operations. You'll learn: 1. Why a corporate sustainability culture must address environmental, social and economic factors to be truly effective 2. How leadership can fully integrate sustainability into every aspect of business strategy 3. Why businesses must move beyond compliance to stay competitive 4. How the role of sustainability managers will transform across organisations 5. Why sustainability will soon define business viability, influencing profitability and the ability to attract top talent Listen to the podcast HERE 👉 https://lnkd.in/e3T87UrK (Spotify) | https://lnkd.in/etuRFG3C (Apple Podcasts) Get in touch with Carolle Müller here on LinkedIn, or check out her freelancer profile on https://lnkd.in/e5eAZsQf 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.