What is European Sustainable Development Week (ESDW)?
The European Sustainable Development Week is an initiative of the European Sustainable Development Network (ESDN), encouraging bottom-up activities that support the 17 UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The ESDW has started in France in 2003 and has become European in 2015. The event has served as a collaborative platform to promote sustainability actions across Europe, from governments to businesses like Diehl Metering.
Diehl Metering’s Commitment to European Sustainable Development Week (ESDW) 2024
(ESDW) is a great platform for promoting sustainable practices across Europe, and Diehl Metering has actively participated to reinforce its dedication to sustainable development. From workshops on sustainable corporate culture to initiatives that engage our employees in meaningful sustainability efforts, we are proud to align our actions with the broader goals of ESDW 2024.
Diehl Metering’s Actions for ESDW
We started 2 years ago to participate corporately for all the sites of Metering division (2022) however the Diehl Metering French site has been conducting actions since 2009.
From the 23rd to 27th of September 2024 Diehl Metering organized online and physical workshops to engage employees and stakeholders. The sessions were designed to promote a deeper understanding of sustainability and its impact on our daily work and long-term strategy.
Focus on social dimensions of sustainability
Our participation this year focuses heavily on the social dimensions of sustainability, contributing not just through our innovative products but also by fostering an environment where our people—our greatest asset—can thrive.
Here are some highlights:
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Culture: We hosted interactive sessions on our company culture, showcasing how our values contribute to long-term sustainability. Through engaging quizzes and discussions, employees explored our guiding principles and the role they play in shaping a sustainable future.
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Employee Feedback and Benefits: Workshops focused on improving feedback mechanisms and outlining the benefits that Diehl Metering offers globally. This aligns with our commitment to a sustainable corporate culture where feedback fosters improvement and innovation.
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Diversity and Inclusion: Promoting diversity at Diehl Metering is a key focus, and several workshops were held to encourage employees to reflect on the meaning of diversity. What inspires them personally, and how both they and the company can contribute to fostering greater inclusion.
Employee Engagement in Sustainability Initiatives
At Diehl Metering, our employees are the driving force behind our sustainability efforts. From production teams to office staff, everyone plays a crucial role in advancing our sustainability journey, supported by significant investments from our leadership.
Our ESDW approach is a light tower in the Diehl Group organization and is spreading to other divisions. We were honored to have the visit of headquarters of our Diehl Group on our site of Nuremberg.
Our Long-Term Commitment to Sustainability
Beyond the initiatives of Sustainability Week 2024, Diehl Metering remains dedicated to integrating sustainability into every facet of our business.
Our Sustainability Report outlines our long-term goals, which include:
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Further reducing our carbon footprint by improving the efficiency of our products and operations.
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Continuing our efforts towards achieving sustainability-oriented innovation to create solutions that contribute to a more sustainable world.
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Building strong partnerships with our stakeholders to promote collaboration and transparency in all sustainability-related efforts.
We invite all our partners, customers, and stakeholders to join us on this journey toward a more sustainable future, powered by our people and unwavering commitments.
Learn More About Our Sustainability Journey
Discover more about Diehl Metering’s commitment to sustainability by exploring our Sustainability Report 2023 and our ongoing efforts to create a better world through innovation and transparency. We are dedicated to driving positive change for our people, our planet, and future generations.
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