January 21, 2025

How One Clarios Manager in EMEA Ran 40K to Prove Sustainability Matters

Discover how Clarios EMEA’s “The Little Big Things” campaign shows that when everyone pitches in, small actions can spark a massive collective impact.
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November was Sustainability Month at Clarios EMEA—teams across 13 plants, four sales offices, and our headquarters took on the challenge to show how “The Little Big Things” can create a massive collective impact. Together, we championed recycling, tree-planting, car-free days, and more to prove that when everyone pitches in, every action counts.

A United Effort Across EMEA

Throughout the month, employees from every corner of EMEA embraced sustainability. From pledging to reduce energy consumption to getting creative with waste management, each site brought its own ideas to the table:

  • Krautscheid Recycling Plant
    Earned their sustainability goals two weeks early, prompting Plant Manager Igor to celebrate by running 40 kilometers to work—despite pouring rain.
  • Ceska Lipa Battery Plant
    Aligned social responsibility with environmental efforts by raising funds for employees’ children with disabilities while hitting green milestones.
  • Madrid Office
    Hosted reforestation workshops, introduced reusable cups, and sparked a wave of eco-friendly suggestions on their “Sustainability Ideas Blackboard.”
  • Zwickau
    Helped stop energy waste with the “Energy Hunters” program and organized a plant clean-up plus waste-segregation workshops.
  • Hannover HQ and Plant
    Helped clean up the local area, promoted ways to reduce food waste, and supported local charities through fun, hands-on activities.
  • Sarreguemines
    Built birdhouses, introduced reusable cups, improved waste sorting, and upgraded equipment to save energy.
  • Family-Friendly Involvement
    Employees’ children joined in by crafting artwork from recycled materials, transforming education into an eco-friendly adventure.

Driving Sustainability Beyond November

Clarios EMEA’s commitment to sustainability extends well beyond a single month—our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategy guides us every day. From local grassroots efforts like the “Donate Your Cent” program, which helps employees support community projects, to global partnerships with UNICEF through the Clarios Foundation, we’re making a tangible impact around the world.

To underscore the importance of education and collaboration, we hosted a Sustainability Townhall to share progress on our initiatives and an EMEA-wide Circular Economy Townhall that highlighted the critical role of recycling and resource efficiency in a greener future.

 

Leadership in Action

Leaders at Clarios took an active part, demonstrating that sustainability starts at the top. Whether cycling to work, hosting barbecues, or cheering on employee milestones, they showed that each step—no matter how small—adds up to big, lasting change. One shining example was Igor’s triumphant 40-kilometer run to celebrate Krautscheid’s success. Watch his inspiring video below. 

 

 

“At Clarios, sustainability is not just a buzzword but a core commitment to the well-being of our planet and the prosperity of future generations. Our strategic approach to sustainability is rooted in a deep understanding of the complex challenges we face and a clear vision for creating a harmonious balance between human needs and environmental stewardship.”


— Christian Rosenkranz, VP Sustainability & Corporate Affairs EMEA

 

Building on the Momentum

Sustainability Month may have ended, but our mission continues. From innovative local projects to global partnerships, Clarios EMEA remains dedicated to creating a healthier planet for current and future generations. Our teams have shown that when we all rally behind a common goal, the “little” things can become truly transformative.

Ready to be part of something bigger? Join us in shaping a more sustainable future—explore open opportunities at Clarios EMEA and around the world to make your mark today!