Sustainability
shape.

We live
sustainability.

This issue has been close to our hearts for many years. We have long been committed to a more environmentally friendly, fairer and more socially responsible world. However, this also means that we must constantly rethink our approach, put in more effort and work on improving ourselves.
You can read our current sustainability statement under theGerman Sustainability Code here.

Major changes require many small steps. That’s why our motto is: #justdoit. We’re tackling it now, changing the small things we can easily change, and constantly seeking solutions for the big things that need to change.

Our sustainability goals

The United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are global targets for sustainable development set out in the 2030 Agenda. These are aimed at governments as well as civil society, the academic community and the private sector. They cover issues such as strengthening efforts towards peace, combating corruption, and protecting the climate and natural resources.

We have set ourselves four specific goals. Why? Because this is precisely where we can make the biggest difference and, as a communications agency, contribute to sustainable business practices: 

SDG 11 – Sustainable cities and communities:

As a communications agency, we support companies, organisations and public sector clients in raising awareness of the sustainable transformation of towns and local communities – and in actively helping to shape processes of social change. Our focus is on new technologies, future-proof infrastructure projects and dialogue with relevant stakeholders. 

We shape the dialogue for a sustainable society. 

SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth:

We are committed to a corporate culture based on trust, responsibility and collaboration on an equal footing – both internally and in our work with our customers.

We grow together – with trust and responsibility.​ 

SDG 4 – Quality education:

We promote continuous learning, equal opportunities and the personal development of our team. After all, sustainable transformation requires knowledge, curiosity and expertise.

We are shaping our future – with expertise, curiosity and courage.​ 

SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production:

We take care to use resources responsibly, reduce waste and organise our processes and day-to-day work at all our sites as sustainably as possible.

We produce and consume in a conscious and sustainable manner.

Focus on sustainability

First certificate is green.

The journey is the destination: bayern innovativ has supported us on this journey as part of a sustainability assessment in 2021. Using the Corporate Sustainability Navigator, we have reflected on where we stand with our commitment and where our potential for development lies across the four dimensions of economic, social and environmental sustainability, and the management of sustainable development.

The benchmarking was carried out against 34 European companies in the information and communication sector with up to 100 employees. Our results: above average. That spurs us on.

Current Topics

EmpCo as an opportunity to position oneself:

The new EU directive will make sustainability communication more challenging in future – but it also opens up opportunities to refine one’s own positioning.

Supporting young talent in the media industry:

Donation to Junge Presse Bayern e.V.: We support high-quality education and lifelong learning for all – in line with our sustainability goals.

Facilitation as a key to success:

Five tips on how professional moderation can bring events and panel discussions to life and facilitate genuine discussion.

Our DNK Statement – Responsibility and Impact:

Kaltwasser Kommunikation has published its first DNK statement, highlighting sustainability as part of its corporate strategy.

Winner of the 2024 German PR Award:

Our ‘Zukunftsquelle Tour 2023’ campaign for the Lake Constance water supply has won the German PR Award 2024.

Promoting and protecting press freedom in Zimbabwe:

Through our Christmas campaign, we are supporting Reporters Without Borders and promoting decent work in line with SDG 8.

We support the trailblazers at Bluepingu:

Sustainable cities and towns – our support for the Bluepingu e.V. sustainability incubator contributes to this sustainability goal.

Crisis training to build resilience:

Crisis training makes teams more confident and promotes clear communication.

Communicating about cybercrime and remaining capable of taking action:

Cybercrime and cyber-attacks are on the rise: some initial advice on assessing data breaches, guidance for those affected, and damage control.

Interview: New Work – Leadership in the hybrid world of work:

How does ‘New Work’ work? Expert Cornelia von Hardenberg explains what hybrid models mean for leadership, culture and communication.

Living up to our social responsibility as first responders:

The Kaltwasser team is undergoing first-aid training so that they are prepared to deal with dangerous situations.

Kaltwasser presents its sustainability report:

We take responsibility. Kaltwasser has published its own CSR report on sustainability targets, its carbon footprint and the agency’s commitment.

Sustainability communication – we can’t do without it!:

This is the only way to ensure authentic sustainability communication: through transparency and authenticity.

Communicating for sustainable infrastructure:

Sustainable infrastructure requires honest communication. We show how dialogue fosters understanding, acceptance and long-term solutions.

The ‘Zukunftsquelle’ project – we reveal what’s behind it:

The Lake Constance Water Supply provides drinking water to four million people. We are supporting the modernisation of the facilities on Lake Constance through our communications work.

Keep cool when the temperature drops! During this year’s nationwide crisis management exercise, LÜKEX, public authorities and gas suppliers are practising for a real-life emergency.:

Our argument: Energy policy initiatives require public engagement – especially in times of crisis!

10 Tips for Coping with a Crisis:

Below, we have once again compiled the most important tips for successful crisis management for you

CSR – Responsibilities, Opportunities, Strategies:

For many companies, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has so far been synonymous with ‘sponsorship’ or ‘charity’: a nice-to-have, but not a must

The media in a crisis of confidence:

The magazine PR-Report concluded that public confidence in the traditional media landscape has been permanently shaken

Our Karl: ‘Urban Living’ at Noris:

Living a self-sufficient life through communication

Sustainable

Projects

We let our results speak for themselves –
creative, clear and effective.

Your contact person

“We live and shape sustainability: both internally and with our customers. This has been an integral part of our corporate DNA ever since our company was founded.”


Stephanie Kickert

+49-911-530 63-138
ski@kaltwasser.de
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniekickert