Companies in Wolfenbüttel: Climate balance workshop for the future!

Companies in Wolfenbüttel: Climate balance workshop for the future!

An important workshop entitled “Creating a climate balance” took place in Wolfenbüttel on September 26, 2025. The Wolfenbüttel District Economic Development GmbH, the Regional Energy Agency (REA) and experienced energy consultants supported companies in developing a better understanding of their CO₂ balance. The event was a real hit and offered participants a practical phase in which they could create their individual climate balance with support. Cremlingen Online reports that the speakers had a wide range of specialist knowledge: Aiko Müller by Renob, Dirk and Alexandra Düe from Brawo Deconsulting and Stefan Schmidt-Kolberg from Skando Energie and Rosa Shahnazari from Agimus GmbH were on site to give valuable tips.

The focus on the CO₂ balance is not only important for the climate, but also for the economic future of companies. A solid climate balance is increasingly regarded as the basis for sustainable action. This applies especially in times when banks and insurance companies incorporate sustainability aspects into their ratings. Large companies could expect higher credit interests and insurance premiums in the event of poor sustainability assessment. The feedback from the participants shows that improved knowledge of their own figures already leads to targeted measures for cost savings and competitiveness.

Make companies fit for the future

The workshop was part of the larger “Energy Transition” project, funded by the Zukunftsfonds Asse Foundation. The aim of this project is to make the regional economy fit for future challenges. The organizers call on companies to actively reduce their energy consumption in order to reduce operating costs and strengthen their own performance and competitiveness.

In view of the latest climate balance analysis by Agora Energiewende and the current WWF report on the 2024 climate balance, it is clear that there is a great need for action. The WWF highlights that the majority of sectors in Germany were unable to achieve a sustainable improvement in their climate footprint last year. Despite small progress, the building and transport sectors in particular have major challenges to overcome. Only the electricity sector was able to make positive progress thanks to the expansion of renewable energies and the decline in coal-fired power generation.

Sustainability: A need of the hour

Sustainability, environmental protection and energy efficiency are on the agenda for many companies. The increasing demands of social responsibility and legal requirements, such as the EU taxonomy and CSRD, cannot be overlooked. TÜV Nord offers numerous services to support companies in the transition to a sustainable economy. These include CO₂ accounting and the development of decarbonization strategies.

In view of the impending billion dollar EU penalty payments for the building sector and traffic in the event of continuous standstill, it is urgently needed to take clear steps towards sustainability. Companies are required to deal with the topic in order to secure long -term success and competitiveness. This is not only a bid of the hour, but also an opportunity to set new standards in your own business area.