We support corporate social responsibility

A key challenge for companies and society

For several years, the Chamber of Commerce has been actively involved in promoting sustainable development at all levels of society.

In its CC2025 Strategy, the Chamber of Commerce reaffirms its commitment to sustainable development, and pledges to supporting business in adopting resilient, environmentally friendly practices that deliver positive impact. Additionally, the Chamber of Commerce aims to be an exemplary institution by implementing its own sustainability recommendations, thereby addressing the needs of both its member companies and society at large.

In 2007, the Chamber of Commerce was a founding member of the National Institute for Sustainable Development and Corporate Social Responsibility (INDR). In 2023, the Chamber of Commerce launched the House of Sustainability in partnership with the Chambre des Métiers and the INDR, aiming to accelerate and facilitate the sustainable transition of businesses. To find out more, visit www.sustainability.lu

The Four Pillars of Our Sustainability Strategy

The sustainability strategy "Go Sustainable” of the Chamber of Commerce is built around four pillars corresponding to the Chamber's main strategic priorities.

1. Go Sustainable : Business

Our actions to guide and support Luxembourg companies in their sustainable transition.

We are committed to :

  • Informing companies, raising awareness around sustainable development issues, and promoting opportunities, solutions and best practices in this field.
     
  • Facilitating the sustainable transition of companies by offering a range of services adapted to their needs.
     
  • Fostering partnerships to achieve our common objectives.

Our Flagship Project : The House of Sustainability

Dedicated to serving and listening to the country's businesses, the House of Sustainability, driven by the Chamber of Commerce and the Chambre des Métiers, is a coordinating, unifying, and facilitating platform for sustainable development. Its aim is to raise awareness and gather Luxembourgish businesses around the key challenges and opportunities of sustainable development.

In close collaboration with ecosystem partners, the House of Sustainability offers and coordinates a consolidated range of services to guide each business according to its needs.

 

2. Go Sustainable : Community

Our partnerships with sustainable development players and actions to contribute positively to the development of Luxembourg society.

We are committed to:

  • Fostering the employment of young people and vulnerable populations
     
  • Promoting diversity and equality within society
     
  • Supporting local communities
     
  • Establishing human rights and environmental due diligence.

 

3. Go Sustainable : People

Our actions for the professional development of Chamber of Commerce employees and their career developments, well-being, diversity and equality.

We commit to:

  • Fostering working conditions that respect employees and well-being at work.
     
  • Supporting the professional development of our employees and ensuring equal opportunities.
     
  • Empowering our employees to become agents of change in sustainable development.

 

4. Go Sustainable : Planet

Our actions aim to reduce our environmental footprint and contribute to the preservation of resources at the organisational level.

We are committed to:

  • Sourcing responsibly and locally
     
  • Reducing our carbon footprint to address climate change
     
  • Reducing and recycling our waste and combating food waste

 

The Chamber of Commerce annually elaborates its carbon footprint to identify and reduce its impacts on the planet. The Sustainability & Business Development team ensures to raise employee awareness and adopt new measures reducing the carbon footprint of the Chamber of Commerce and that of its stakeholders.

Eager to learn more?

· Our first Chamber of Commerce Sustainability Report 2019 - The Zero report.

· Our integrated reports including carbon footprints: Annual report 2020; Annual report 2021; Annual report 2022.

Commitments & labels

The Chamber of Commerce's sustainable development strategy is implemented through numerous commitments.

1. ESR label

The Chamber of Commerce has held the ESR label since 2014.

The ESR "Entreprise Responsable" label recognises the efforts made by companies that have decided to manage their ESG impacts. The social responsibility, distinguished by the passing of CSR certification and the ESR label, encompasses both technical and human areas.

ESR is the Luxembourg benchmark for labels that take a global approach to the impact of companies. It also has a European dimension, as a company awarded the ESR label is automatically also awarded the Responsibility Europe label.

To find out more about the ESR label, visit esr.lu
 

2. Business and Human Rights Pact

In 2022, the Chamber of Commerce joined the National Pact "Business and Human Rights", initiated by the INDR, the UEL and the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs.

This Pact is part of the National Action Plan "Business and Human Rights", adopted by the government in December 2019.

It is a voluntary commitment intended for business leaders wishing to implement the United Nations guiding principles on business and human rights. The pact prepares companies for the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D), related to diligence in matters of Human rights and environment.

If you are interested in becoming a signatory, please visit the following link: https://www.houseofsustainability.lu/services-aux-entreprises/accompagnements/pacte-national-entreprises-et-droits-de-lhomme

Discover our first Human Rights Report, covering the 2022 financial year, which demonstrates our commitment to respecting human rights in all our activities and describes our approach to this issue.

Rapport Droits de l’Homme 2022 | Rapport Droits de l’Homme 2023

 

3. Lëtzebuerg Diversity Charter

Since 2019, the Chamber of Commerce has been a signatory of the Lëtzebuerg Diversity Charter.

The Lëtzebuerg Diversity Charter is a national commitment text open for signing by any organisation in Luxembourg wishing to act in favor of the promotion and management of diversity through tangible actions that surpass legal obligations.

To find out more, visit chartediversite.lu

 

4. IMS member

IMS – Inspiring More Sustainability – is a network of Luxembourg companies committed to corporate social responsibility (CSR). IMS explores new solutions and concretely tests sustainable alternatives, through working groups and pilot projects with positive impacts.

To find out more about IMS, visit imslux.lu

 

5. SDK Label

The Chamber of Commerce is certified with the SDK (SuperDrecksKëscht) label for its waste management.

The SDK label is a recognised quality mark awarded to companies and institutions that manage their waste in an environmentally friendly manner. Only companies that implement the detailed waste management plan developed by the SDK are awarded the quality label and are thus "Label priméiert".

To find out more, visit sdk.lu

For more information

Companies interested in receiving more information on CSR can contact:

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