2023-10-17 06:21:40
Austria’s most important sustainability prize was awarded for the sixth time.
Vienna (OTS) – On October 16, the Senate of Economic Affairs honored Austrian sustainability pioneers in the plenary hall of Parliament in the presence of the President of the National Council, Wolfgang Sobotka. Every year, organizations, projects and initiatives are honored that demonstrate an exemplary commitment to improving the living conditions of our society within the framework of the global Sustainability Goals (SDGs).
„Despite geopolitical challenges and numerous crisis situations, compliance with the United Nations’ sustainability goals is an important task. They secure and create an indispensable basis for a planet worth living in. For me it is therefore a matter of course that the National Council will once more be hosting the Austrian SDG Awards gala this year. The parliament itself is considered the republic’s flagship project for climate-friendly renovation and observes the principle of sustainability in ongoing operations
”were the opening words of the President of the National Council Wolfgang Sobotka.
Hans HarrerChairman of the Senate of Economics, emphasizes: “Together we are navigating change – not just in the economy, but also for our environment, our country and our society as a whole. The SDGs serve as a compass and GPS to ensure that we stay on the right course, without viewing them as dogmas or hard and fast rules. With the Austrian SDG Award, we have set the course for significant change and demonstrate that we are moving forward on a promising path by using the SDGs as guiding principles and not as rigid regulations
.“
Over 200 submissions
More than 200 submissions were viewed and evaluated by the Alliance for Ethics in Business, an initiative of the Senate of Economics, Quality Austria and planetYes. The submitted projects and actions are characterized by their outstanding ability to integrate the UN Sustainable Development Goals into their operations in a deep and comprehensive way, thereby advancing the achievement of one or more SDGs in an exemplary manner.
Günter BergauerChairman of the Alliance for Ethics in Business, emphasizes the importance of the sustainability goals: “The 17 Sustainable Development Goals affect everyone around the world. Our common basis of life must be preserved and passed on. If we want to help shape the future, we must recognize that we can only solve the current challenges together. That’s why I’m pleased with how diverse this year’s contributions are and how different challenges can be solved with innovation and courage.”
These are all the winners of the Austrian SDG Award 2023
“INITIATIVES BY AND FOR YOUTH”
- “Sponsors for everyone“, CoEUr projects promote European awareness among young adults with a refugee background through transnational networking and political participation
- FutureConvent: Promote technical solutions in line with SDGs and act as a bridge between education, business and a sustainable future.
- Kufstein Youth Council: political education, social engagement and raising awareness of social issues
“MUNICIPALITIES”
- Doren community, Hittisau school maintenance association: The “LOKAL – lunch with added value” project promotes healthy eating and regional diversity in the Vorderwald.
- State capital Freistadt Eisenstadt: pioneering early measures in urban climate protection and participatory decision-making processes
- Inkoba Region Freistadt: effectively combats soil sealing despite outdated spatial planning in Austria
“COMPANY”
- AMAG Austria Metall AGin the “large companies” subcategory
- Focus on circular economy and SDGs in comprehensive sustainability programs
- Kurhaus Schärding Brothers of Mercyin the subcategory “Medium-sized companies”
- Pioneer in holistic naturopathy, internationally recognized for sustainability and orientation towards the common good.
- HSR Heutrocknung SR GmbHin the “Small Business” subcategory
- sustainable hay drying and natural feeding
- Acker Austria non-profit GmbHin the subcategory “micro-enterprises”
- promotes sustainability in the food sector through educational programs
„MEDIA/JOURNALISM“
- Planet Matters: Second largest environmental movement on TikTok, fighting once morest plastic waste and promoting environmental awareness.
- BAIT Media GmbH: Fact check for teenagers to promote media literacy and understanding of democracy
- Small newspaper/Next: with the Instagram sustainability format “For Future”
With this year’s Special Austrian SDG-Award 2023 became Mag. Christine Schwarz-Fuchs recognized for their outstanding commitment to sustainability and their commitment to the common good.
Dr. Stephan SharmaChairman of the Board of Burgenland Energie AG, was awarded the Jury Prize for its remarkable initiative “Climate protection goes to school”, which gives children early access to environmental protection, sustainability and clean energy production. Also for his remarkable commitment to people with special needs.
Questions & Contact:
SENATE OF ECONOMY
Mahdi Allagha
Member of the Executive Board
presse@senat.at
Mob.: +43-664 887 333 11
1697523932
#Austrian #SDG #Award #awards #sustainability #goals
