Scarcity of natural resources, global warming and soaring energy costs require a global rethink, and force each and every one of us to act in a more resource-efficient way.

As a responsible company that describes its value proposition as ‘sustainability’, we have a special commitment to nature. We recognise our duty and are protecting nature by combining environmentally friendly business with sustainable production.

Cardboard is one of the most environmentally friendly packaging materials of all. We use cardboard made from recycled material as well as primary-fibre cardboard – including from responsibly managed forests, if required. Cardboard packaging can also be fed into the recycling process without any problems.

At colordruck Baiersbronn, we have always placed great value on harmonising environmental aspects with the company’s processes.

Our commitment to greater sustainability.

Our climate targets have been scientifically substantiated and confirmed by the Science Based Targets initiative.

Our targets at a glance:

Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 & Scope 2) by 51% by 2032 (base year 2022)

Supplier engagement: 90% of suppliers (by emissions share) with science-based targets by 2029

The UN Global Compact is the world’s most important initiative for corporate sustainability. Since it was founded by the United Nations in 2002, more than 24,000 companies have already joined the network. By signing up, companies undertake to comply with the 10 principles of the UN Global Compact on human rights, labor standards, environmental protection and the prevention of corruption and to align their business practices accordingly. They also receive support in developing measures and innovative approaches to implement the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Since 2023, we have also been a signatory to the UN Global Compact, a worldwide network that works together to drive sustainable change.

We have been part of the WIN Charter of the state of Baden-Württemberg since December 2022. By signing this charter, we are committing to upholding the 12 guiding principles of the WIN Charter and further increasing our sustainability. By joining, we want to set a further example and make our contribution to the WIN Charter for a sustainable economic sector in Baden-Württemberg.

We have been a member of the Baden-Württemberg Climate Alliance since November 2025. The Climate Alliance is a network for pioneering companies in the field of climate protection. We are committed to the Baden-Württemberg Ministry of the Environment, Climate, and Energy to continuously reduce our energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. The scientifically based targets of the SBTi serve as the basis for this. In the long term, we are pursuing the goal of climate neutrality.

Since 2019, we have been a member of Sedex, an organization that promotes ethical supply chains and socially responsible business practices. Sedex enables us to monitor and continuously improve our efforts in terms of labor standards, health and safety and environmental impact. This not only helps to create transparent supply chains, but also promotes a culture of responsibility and sustainability.

The EcoVadis platform evaluates over 100,000 companies worldwide for their sustainability performance.

colordruck Baiersbronn was awarded the coveted GoldScore in 2024 and 2025. This marks significant progress compared to the previous year, when we achieved silver status. Our rise above the industry standard is proof of our ongoing commitment to a more sustainable future.

The Baden-Württemberg Environmental Award is one of the most important awards for companies that stand out for their innovative and effective measures in the areas of climate protection, resource conservation and energy efficiency. A total of eight companies were recognized for their impressive achievements in six categories.

Out of more than 100 entries, colordruck Baiersbronn received the jury prize for outstanding commitment to sustainability.

Always one sustainable packaging step ahead.

Sustainability is firmly embedded in colordruck Baiersbronn’s business practices. The 2025 Sustainability Report documents key developments and initiatives in the areas of environment (E), social issues (S), and corporate governance (G). For the first time, the report is structured in accordance with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the underlying ESG standards. The basis for this is a materiality analysis based on the dual materiality approach, through which relevant topics were systematically identified and prioritized.

For a world worth living in.

Scarcity of natural resources, global warming and soaring energy costs require a global rethink, and force each and every one of us to act in a more resource-efficient way. As a responsible company that describes its value proposition as ‘sustainability’, we have a special commitment to nature. We recognise our duty and are protecting nature by combining environmentally friendly business with sustainable production.

Code of Conduct for Suppliers.

As we are committed to ethical, lawful, environmentally conscious and socially responsible business conduct, we expect the same behaviour from all those with whom we do business.

We strive to continuously optimise the sustainability of our business activities and our products. We also require our suppliers to comply with laws and regulations and to underpin their business activities with sustainable practices.

By signing our Code of Conduct, the supplier confirms that they have taken note of it and fully comply with the obligations.