Kulmbacher Brewery receives certificate of honor for exemplary environmental protection!

Kulmbacher Brewery receives certificate of honor for exemplary environmental protection!

A special moment for the Kulmbacher Brewery: On January 19, 2026, the company received a certificate of honor from the IHK for its outstanding commitment to sustainability. This award is presented as part of a program that has existed for 20 years and recognizes the efforts of companies in the region. The handover took place in a ceremonial setting, with prominent representatives including Stefan Wolf, head of quality management at Kulmbacher Brewery AG, and Wolfram Brehm, general manager of the IHK. They all emphasized the importance of sustainable economic efficiency, which was also impressively emphasized by Harry Weiß, Chairman of the IHK Kulmbach.

But what exactly is behind the Kulmbacher Brewery's commitment? According to the company website, those responsible care about social and environmental responsibility. Employees are viewed as the most valuable asset. The brewery therefore invests in education, qualifications and workplace safety. Health promotion is also very important because no one should have to miss out on the other side of the coin at work. Retirement planning initiatives ensure that the time after work can also be approached without worries.

Sustainability as a corporate philosophy

The Kulmbacher Brewery relies on an active environmental policy and environmentally friendly working methods in order to fulfill its ecological responsibility. Continuous work is being done to optimize work processes and minimize environmental impact. The close collaboration with regional suppliers for sustainable raw material sourcing is just one example of their approach, which also reduces transport routes in order to maintain sustainability and quality standards. In addition, care is taken to ensure that electricity and water are used sparingly, which serves one's own interest. These measures not only contribute to the reduction of resources, but also show that sustainable action and economic success can go hand in hand.

The brewery is not only active on the level of environmental policy, but is also involved in social areas. The Kulmbacher Mönchshof is an example of how the Kulmbacher Brewery maintains the cultural heritage of beer and also focuses on the responsible use of alcohol. Programs that prevent abuse, such as “Don’t drink and drive,” are also on the agenda. Because young people also have a place in this important issue in order to keep alcohol consumption on the right track.

In summary, it can be said that the Kulmbacher Brewery not only sets a good example for environmental and social aspects with its diverse commitment, but also shows that economic and ecological responsibility do not have to be a contradiction. In this context, the IHK certificate of honor is not only an award, but also a confirmation of careful and future-oriented corporate management, which can pave the way for further sustainable steps.