Sustainability awards - Previous Winners

Last year Winners

Overview of the Retail Category 2025
The Retail category highlighted a variety of initiatives, showcasing how companies are integrating sustainability into their operations—from recycling and energy efficiency to social engagement and responsible sourcing. These efforts emphasize the sector’s commitment to sustainability and consumer education, pushing the boundaries of environmental and social impact.

Sustainable Leadership & Excellence

Commercial

Operational

Overview of the FMCG Category 2025
FMCG participants demonstrated innovations aimed at resource conservation, waste reduction, and ethical production. The diversity of projects ranged from developing biodegradable materials to increasing supply chain transparency, reflecting a unified approach to reducing environmental footprint and supporting sustainable consumption.

Sustainable Leadership & Excellence

Commercial

Operational

Overview of the Solution Providers Category 2025
Solution providers showcased technologies and strategies supporting sustainable transformations across various industries. From waste management technologies to energy-efficient solutions, these projects focused on innovation and scalability, helping clients embed sustainability into their business operations and enhance their impact on global sustainability goals.

Sustainable Leadership & Excellence

Commercial

Operational

We celebrate together with the Leaders of Sustainable Development 2024

"The ECU Sustainability Awards are more than just recognition, they are a community of companies proving that sustainability is not only responsible, but also commercially viable. In 2024, nearly 100 companies presented high-impact, innovative initiatives that boost profitability, efficiency, and long-term growth while reducing environmental impact. The winners set new industry standards, but every participant played a role in shaping the future of business.

To the participants of 2024; your leadership shows that sustainability is not a cost, but a competitive advantage.
To those considering joining in 2025, this is your opportunity to demonstrate how your company is turning sustainability into a market differentiator, a driver of innovation, and a source of real commercial value.
Sustainability is no longer optional,it is the foundation of successful, future-ready businesses. Join us in 2025 and be part of the movement redefining what leadership means."

Casper HaringCEOEuropean Conferences United

Jury of Sustainability awards 2024

Overview of the Retail Category
The Retail category highlighted a variety of initiatives, showcasing how companies are integrating sustainability into their operations—from recycling and energy efficiency to social engagement and responsible sourcing. These efforts emphasize the sector’s commitment to sustainability and consumer education, pushing the boundaries of environmental and social impact.

Sustainable Leadership & Excellence

Lidl Polska won in the Leadership subcategory with the project “For a Better Tomorrow,” which focuses on climate action, biodiversity protection, responsible sourcing, stakeholder engagement, and community support — all forming an integral part of its CSR strategy..

Commercial

Żabka took first place in the Commercial subcategory with the initiative “Porcja DobreGO!”, promoting balanced and tasty meals, offering a variety of ready-made dishes and snacks that encourage healthier eating habits at any time of the day.

Operational

X-kom stood out in the Operational subcategory thanks to the implementation of the CVP Everest packaging solution and the HSM HL 7009 baling press, significantly reducing material usage and minimizing its carbon footprint through optimized packaging and efficient waste management.

FMCG Category Overview
FMCG participants demonstrated innovations aimed at conserving resources, reducing waste, and ensuring ethical production. The diversity of projects ranged from developing biodegradable materials to increasing supply chain transparency, reflecting a unified approach to reducing environmental impact and supporting sustainable consumption.

Sustainable Leadership & Excellence

Clovin led the Leadership category with the “MyFirstPoison” campaign, aimed at raising awareness of endocrine-disrupting substances in everyday products, directed at the European Parliament with proposed legislative changes.

Commercial

Kompania Piwowarska won in the Commercial category with the social campaign “I’m Going to Be a Dad! – I Don’t Drink with Her,” encouraging expectant parents to abstain from alcohol during pregnancy.

Operational

Henkel was recognized in the Operational category for its partnership with BASF to shift the production of surfactants from fossil-based raw materials to renewable sources, significantly reducing the CO₂ footprint of various products.

Solutions Providers Category Overview
Solution providers showcased technologies and strategies supporting sustainable transformation across industries. From waste management technologies to energy-efficient solutions, these projects focused on innovation and scalability, helping clients embed sustainability into their business operations and increase their impact on global sustainability goals.

Sustainable Leadership & Excellence

Oskar Wegner took first place in the Leadership category with the educational game “Green Town,” which serves as a training tool for building zero-emission cities of the future through engaging gameplay.

Commercial

Innovia Films was recognized in the Commercial subcategory for its white APO RayoFloat™ film, a sustainable packaging solution that enhances the recyclability of plastic containers and supports customers’ sustainability goals.

Operational

Tomra Collection stood out in the Operational category, pioneering sustainability through innovative reverse vending machine (RVM) solutions, while preparing for the upcoming deposit return system in Poland.

3rd edition of the Sustainability Award 2022!

Category: Henkel Sustainability Award in Retail