Sustainabilty on track: We don’t have to, we want to.

The report is aligned with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) and the requirements of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI). It is based on an extensive materiality assessment that involved both internal and external stakeholders. This process identified the topics that are most important for the Brüninghoff Group’s long-term sustainable development and for its stakeholder groups. 

In the report, the Brüninghoff Group’s material topics across Environment, Social and Governance are examined in detail. For each topic, the existing impacts, risks and opportunities are described. In addition, strategic objectives are set out and measures already implemented or planned to achieve them are explained. 

Environment: from climate change to circularity 
In the environmental area, the focus is on dealing with – and mitigating – human-induced climate change. The report also addresses the responsible use of water resources, the preservation of biodiversity, and the promotion of a functioning circular economy. For example, the Brüninghoff Group aims to reduce its CO₂e emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to the 2024 base year. The share of renewable heat energy is to rise to 75%. At the same time, 35% of electricity demand is to be covered by the company’s own renewable generation. These targets are supported by investments in CO₂ reduced construction materials, optimization of production processes, further electrification of the vehicle fleet, and the expansion of photovoltaic systems on the roofs of the Group’s own production facilities. Ambitious targets have also been set for circularity: by 2030, the circularity of produced building components is to be increased to 50%. As early as today, demountable timber-concrete composite elements are being used on construction sites and recycled materials are being used in production – both contributing to this goal. 

The responsible use of water resources is another key focus. Optimized concrete mix designs, the use of rainwater, and internal awareness programs help to reduce water consumption. In addition, the Brüninghoff Group is developing biodiversity-enhancing concepts for its own properties as well as for areas within customer projects – for example through greening measures, near-natural site design, or targeted actions to protect endangered species. 

Social: from working conditions to equal opportunity 
In the Social area, the Brüninghoff Group is committed to fair and attractive working conditions. This includes, among other things, flexible working-time models, an open corporate culture, and extensive training and development opportunities. Promoting diversity and equal opportunity is also firmly embedded in the HR strategy. In addition, close collaboration and partnerships with suppliers and subcontractors are intended to create greater transparency regarding compliance with social and sustainability standards throughout the supply chain. 

 Governance: ecological, social, transparent 
In terms of governance, the Brüninghoff Group is committed to a high degree of transparency and integrity. Compliance structures, data protection, responsible risk management, and the consideration of sustainability aspects in all business decisions are central pillars. The report shows how sustainability is embedded in management systems and how decisions are increasingly assessed from ecological and as well as social perspectives. 

By publishing its first sustainability report, the Brüninghoff Group reaffirms that it views sustainable action not as an obligation, but as future-oriented corporate responsibility. The report serves as a tool for management, self-commitment and dialogue with all stakeholders – and it makes clear that the Group is focused on continuous, measurable and transparent improvement across all areas of action.