Commitment & achievements

While many social challenges have recently required a lot of attention, climate change must not take a back seat. CS Science Communication GmbH and the Helmholtz Association REKLIM have therefore visualized the ABC of climate change on an informative poster. This poster will be distributed not only at three of our German locations but also to secondary schools in the surrounding districts.

VEKA AG, GEALAN Fenster-Systeme GmbH, and VEKA Umwelttechnik GmbH are sponsoring this initiative in Germany to provide secondary schools with high-quality educational material. Our goal is to raise awareness and emphasize the importance of climate change. In this way, we aim to sensitize the next generation to climate protection and equip them with the knowledge and tools they need to create a sustainable future!

You can view the climate protection poster from VEKA AG as a PDF file here:

Open poster [in German language]

The bad news is that climate change is humandriven.The good news is that we can changethe course of what we have caused. Companiesplay a central role in this, as they contribute toboth the problem and the solution.

To ensure that our grandchildren have a sustainable future, we systematically analyze how our business activities interact with the climate and the environment. Two key topics are at the heart of our ecological responsibility:

• Climate protection: We continuously work to reduce emissions and make our processes more sustainable.
• Circular economy: Resource conservation and recycling are integral parts of our corporate strategy.

In addition, we will increasingly focus on other ecological aspects linked to our activities in the future:

• Water: As a vital resource, water deserves special protection.
• Biodiversity: Preserving biological diversity is essential for stable ecosystems.
• Environmental pollution: We actively strive to avoid pollutants and minimize environmental impact.

Raw materials are finite and their responsible use is a key concern for the VEKA Group. Through targeted measures, we aim to keep materials in circulation for as long as possible. This means: recycled and recyclable pre-products, packaging with a return perspective, and active involvement in the recycling of old products.

At the VEKA Group, circular economy is a lived practice. Already in 1993, the first recycling plant for old windows was put into operation in Behringen, Germany. Today, our recycling division systematically processes old products and production waste at three sites in Germany, France, and the UK into high-quality secondary raw materials – for new window profiles with the highest possible recycled content.

Keeping an eye on the life cycle of windows

VEKA has been thinking in terms of cycles for a long time. Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) and Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) are an important tool for the circular economy.

Using the “Design for Recycling” concept our goal is to recycle as much plastic as possible and reuse this recycled material in new products. It is based on three principles: our profiles must be able to contain recycled material; new profiles must be recyclable; and they must meet the quality expectations of our customers and end users.

Our employees are our most valuable asset. We trust our employees and support them in their professional and personal development. Our relationship is characterised by appreciation, commitment, courage and trust.

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do: whether it’s about good working conditions, individual development opportunities, or dealing with special challenges. They not only make a key contribution to our business success but also drive sustainable development across all areas of our group. In the course of our sustainable transformation, their knowledge, mindset, and commitment are indispensable for our continued progress.

To continuously improve working conditions, the VEKA Group regularly conducts employee surveys at its locations. These provide valuable insights into the satisfaction and needs of our teams - both across sites and tailored locally.

One example: At VEKA Private Limited in India, an impressive 94% of employees took part in the survey in February 2024. Follow-up workshops initiated specific measures: from new formats for exchange and safety initiatives to leadership and cultural engagement programs. In this way, we turn feedback into a driver of change.

Good corporate governance means more than just compliance - it is based on values such as reliability, integrity, and responsibility. At the VEKA Group, we create structures that make responsible action binding across the globe.

Our Compliance Management System provides guidance through clear policies, transparent processes, and regular training. In 2024 alone, 1,482 trainings on compliance and human rights were conducted worldwide to help our employees identify legal risks and act ethically. Because future-friendly corporate governance starts with people who take responsibility seriously - today and for future generations.

A strong culture creates connection: it fosters a shared understanding and brings people together through lived values.

At the VEKA Group, the corporate strategy We care, we act, we grow forms the foundation of this shared identity. Future-friendly action is firmly anchored in our mission and vision, while values such as courage and responsibility shape our employees’ engagement - even beyond the factory gates.

Every year, our teams around the world dedicate themselves to social causes with great commitment: from health promotion and educational projects to local aid initiatives. In this way, our culture becomes tangible even outside of the company.