The Symbols of Sustainability Awards 2024 Presented

By: Trademagazin Date: 2024. 09. 25. 22:20

For the fifth time, Trade magazine organized the Symbols of Sustainability competition, and the awards were presented during the largest FMCG industry conference, the five-day Business Days event, on September 25.

Winners of the Symbol of Sustainability 2024 competition

Trade magazine has been emphasizing sustainability in its publications and events for years. The Symbols of Sustainability competition recognizes companies and projects that contribute to reducing the carbon footprint, combating climate change, promoting the circular economy, fighting food waste, and improving waste management, including increasing the use of eco-friendly packaging.

Ambassador of Sustainability: Csilla Zombory is the head of quality and environmental management at SPAR and the head of the environmental protection working committee of the National Trade Association (OKSZ)

The competition aims to showcase successful projects that contribute to a more sustainable future, adhering to the ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) guidelines. The entries were evaluated online by a professional jury, and those achieving 70% or more of the maximum score received the Symbols of Sustainability award. These companies and their brands set an example for the market, as well as their customers and consumers. This year, 14 entries were awarded the Symbols of Sustainability recognition.

For the second time, the Green Communications Special Award, presented by the Green Division of the Hungarian Marketing Association (MMSZ), was included in the competition. This award was given to the entry that best met the communication criteria, as evaluated by the division’s leadership.

The competition was also supported by MARS Hungary, which offered a special prize. As a global leader in sustainability, MARS Hungary not only participated in the competition but also continuously seeks partnership projects that embody its sustainability goals.

The awards ceremony took place on September 25 at the Business Days conference, where the winners received certificates and were granted the right to use the Symbols of Sustainability 2024 logo.

The table below lists the winners of the Symbols of Sustainability 2024 competition, along with a brief description of their projects.

Award Category	Company	Project Summary
Individual	OKSZ	Zombory Csilla – Sustainability Ambassador: Zombory Csilla, Head of Quality and Environmental Management at SPAR, played a key role in launching Hungary’s deposit return system for PET and glass bottles and aluminum cans.
Product	Real Nature Kft.	Lunter Tofu Product Line: Following centuries-old tofu production traditions using pure spring water, Lunter’s products support healthy eating with natural ingredients, produced with GMO-free soy grown in Central Europe.
Technology	Rossmann Magyarország Kft.	Respray x Rossmann – Refillable Deodorant Spray: Respray developed refillable aerosol cans, reducing environmental impact. Available in Rossmann stores, this innovation allows customers to refill cans multiple times, reducing waste.
Packaging	SPAR Magyarország Kft.	S-BUDGET Ground Meat Packaging Reduction: SPAR introduced flow-pack packaging for ground meat, significantly reducing plastic usage while maintaining product freshness, thus supporting eco-conscious consumer behavior.
CSR (Environmental)	Nestlé Hungária Kft.	Regenerative Agriculture Project: Nestlé’s Purina division promotes sustainable agriculture in Hungary’s West-Danube region through soil regeneration practices, reducing environmental impact and securing long-term sustainable sourcing.
CSR (Social)	Auchan Magyarország Kft.	OKOSTÁNYÉR® National Student Quiz: Auchan partnered with the Hungarian Dietetic Association to promote healthy eating among thousands of school children, with educational materials and a student knowledge test on healthy dietary practices.