Awarded for sustainable commitment to business

Hep Global stands for the future through solar energy. Hep Global's promise: For us, sustainability means much more than economic value creation. We are making an active contribution to the transformation of the global energy system.

Represented by Vanessa Garrecht

Awarded for sustainable commitment to business

HUGO BOSS attaches great importance to a comprehensive ecological and social approach to its products, people, and the environment. It strives for long-lasting products with high standards in terms of social and environmental aspects, paying particular attention to resource-efficient production processes. Through the newly established foundation, which launched on January 1, 2023, HUGO BOSS is expanding its charitable commitment to education, equal opportunity, and emergency aid.

Represented by Isabelle Kauffeldt

Awarded for sustainable commitment to business

REBER is actively committed to a sustainable and livable future, emphasizing its responsibility for the environment, community, and innovation. The group offsets its entire CO2 emissions from over 180 vehicles by planting 60,000 trees. REBER uses green electricity at all locations and invests in environmentally friendly alternatives such as photovoltaic systems. The group also relies on efficient and sustainable solutions in its vehicle fleet.

Represented by Johannes Pinn

Awarded for sustainable commitment to business

eegon's goal is to reduce dependence on international markets through sustainable and efficient energy systems while simultaneously protecting our climate. The goal is to generate an attractive return. Energy, value creation, and climate protection are important to the company. It brings together potential and capital, thereby mobilizing value creation in the Eifel region.

Awarded for sustainable commitment to business

The goal is to strike a balance between economic, social, and ecological concerns to ensure a livable and sustainable future. In 2023, they obtained certification as a sustainable hotel, achieving the highest level, Level 5, right away. The hotel aims to create a feel-good environment for guests and employees alike.

Awarded for sustainable commitment to business

Waterdrop has been committed to a world without plastic bottles since day one. The innovative cubes require only clean drinking water and save up to 98% of plastic and CO₂ compared to bottled beverages. What sets Waterdrop apart with its microdrinks is the consistent use of high-quality ingredients. The company focuses on sustainability and environmental compatibility. The packaging is designed to conserve resources, and many of the ingredients used are organically grown.

Represented by Jennifer Bormann

Awarded for sustainable commitment to business

When she cuts hair, she donates it to the organization "Hair Help." Hair has the special ability to absorb a lot of oil and retains this ability even after cutting. Therefore, it is ideally suited as a natural cleaning agent against contaminants such as oil, gasoline, and sunscreen residue in bodies of water such as oceans, rivers, and lakes.

Awarded for sustainable commitment to business

Umiwi offers sustainable jewelry that is ecologically, socially, and economically fair. It is handcrafted from natural or recycled materials such as mango wood or recycled silver. Umiwi is also socially committed by collaborating with young people and women from aid projects in Thailand, Mexico, and India. Communication is based on equality and trade practices are always respectful and fair.

Represented by Luca Ingenbleek

Awarded for sustainable commitment to business

WooDu connects regional reforestation projects with global climate protection projects. Plant locally – save the climate globally. Their mission: plant locally, protect globally. They firmly believe that one of the keys to a more sustainable future lies in restoring and preserving our forests.

She was awarded for her initiative “Renewable energy for Ukraine”

In addition to her musical success, she is distinguished by her strong social commitment. She was a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for Ukraine (2004-2005) and passionately fought against human trafficking in cooperation with the OSCE (2006). Ruslana was listed by Forbes as one of the most influential women of 2013 and received the International Women of Courage Award from the U.S. Department of State in March 2014. Since 2018, she has been an international ambassador for renewable energies – her foundation is called "renewable energy4ukraine."

Recognized for their sustainable commitment worldwide

With the goal of combining music and humanity, the SÖHNE MANNHEIMS have been making music together in a changing lineup since 1995. For almost 30 years now, they have stood for freedom and charity, openness and tolerance – and a compass of values that emphasizes respect and mutual respect. With the non-profit organization "Aufwind-Mannheim eV," which they founded, the band has been supporting socially disadvantaged children in Mannheim since 2001. Together with other bands, they recorded an album called "Erde & Mensch" (Earth & Human) in 2014, which draws attention to children in need. The sons draw attention to injustices, offer courage and love, create connections, and build bridges of understanding.

Represented by Sirri Haydar and Patrik Wenke

Awarded for humanitarian commitment worldwide

The founding members and those who have been active since its inception came together because they share a shared idea: "People come first." The children's charity focuses its work on children in need, regardless of their identity, skin color, origin, or nationality. "ICH" works cooperatively with various aid organizations based on the motto: Those who truly want to help from a pure heart know no envy. In addition to their aid projects, the organization is also involved nationally in many countries around the world, including Romania, Spain, Belarus, Paraguay, Ghana, South Africa, Nigeria, Myanmar, Bali, India, and Nepal.

Honored for his humanitarian and environmental work in California, USA

90210-Enterprise focuses on creating sustainable networks for 12 industries that are relevant in today's world. This creates a self-sustaining community. They also focus on sustainable and impactful activities and organizations that serve humanity. For example, they collaborate with the Rotary Club and various local (and global) organizations on ocean cleanup, tree planting, and more.

She was honored for her global environmental commitment

Her first film and book about Costa Rica, focusing on biodiversity, became instant bestsellers. She founded the tropical and climate protection association Tropicaverde. She co-authored the book "Outcry of the Oceans" with Hannes Jaenicke. The award-winning filmmaker has produced numerous documentaries, primarily for ARD, ZDF, and ARTE, focusing on biodiversity and climate, culture, and history, as well as numerous nonfiction books and novels.

Awarded for his humanitarian work in Nigeria, Africa

Governor Emmanuel has made education a high priority and made significant investments in infrastructure and human capital development. He has built and renovated schools, established new vocational training centers, and provided scholarships for students. His government has also increased funding for education and ensured that teachers are adequately trained and paid.

Awarded for special commitment to wildlife

Cavalluna is a large company dedicated to connecting experts from all over the world, especially from Europe, and sharing the joy and understanding of animals with Europe and the world in innovative ways. Through the association "CAVALLUNA hilft eV," they can help people with disabilities through the human-horse encounter. Horses are four-legged therapists, and by promoting therapeutic riding, they can help children in wonderful ways.

Awarded for his social and ecological commitment in Nigeria, Africa

He launched the "One Million Developers" program. To achieve this, he established 601 digital economy centers, e-learning facilities, IT community centers, IT hubs, and innovation parks across the federation. A total of 3,323,814 Nigerians have benefited from these cross-sector initiatives to date. He has contributed significantly to the tremendous rise of the Nigerian IT ecosystem as one of the most dynamic on the African continent.

She was honored for her humanitarian work

Her great passion is nature and protecting the planet. With Ulrich Wolf, she developed a picture in the Faces series, which focuses on the fight against the extinction of flora caused by the destruction of bees with pesticides. She is also committed to building schools in Africa.

Awarded for its environmental commitment in the hotel sector in Nigeria, Africa

As the leading figure of the Wells Carlton Hotel in Abuja, Mr. Oluwatosin John Malowo is addressing the demands of sustainable hospitality in the context of the growing challenges of environmental protection. Mr. Malowo is committed to developing the Wells Carlton into a model of sustainability.

Awarded for his global commitment with the Richard George Foundation, UK

The organization's mission is to empower Africa's changemakers and provide these outstanding students with social, educational, and economic empowerment through mentoring, guidance, and support, enabling them to build a better future. The Richard George Foundation's mentoring program is based on three strategic pillars: education, skills acquisition and development, and entrepreneurship.

Awarded for his social and ecological commitment in Nigeria, Africa

Prince Ned Nwoko is a philanthropist with a strong pan-African spirit. He dedicates his life to humanity, sustainable living, and the promotion of creativity and human potential. He is committed to the eradication of malaria and ensures social balance within the Ned Nwoko Foundation. He tirelessly and forcefully advocates for the development of an effective vaccine and is committed to addressing existing environmental damage.