Social Responsibility

Degussa is a part of society, with all the attendant rights and obligations, just like any other citizen. As a good corporate citizen, the company is therefore to fulfil the responsibilities and to contribute to the development of society worldwide in the interests of all stakeholders: from shareholders, customers and employees through neighbours and the general public to the company itself.

Promoted Projects Since 40 years Degussa has been supporting a wide range of projects promoting junior researchers and scientists, such as "Jugend forscht" (young researchers). Some 500 different cooperation projects with universities and research facilities around the world are also part of these activities. More

Initiatives Training and development hold high priority – especially in the scientific area. The corporation's engagement includes supporting teachers, the compilation of educational material, information events for the general public, as well as advancing and promoting the company’s own experts. More

Cultural Exchange As a multinational corporation with 63 locations in more than 50 countries, Degussa offers the best foundations for the international cultural exchange process, which plays a vital role in our days. This helps students to get to know the world and gain experience at an early stage in their careers. More

Sponsorship Many cultural institutions depend on financial support. In their role as sponsors, corporations are helping museums in continuing to offer attractive exhibitions. Degussa is cutting a distinct profile here and is participating in sponsoring artists. More

Degussa Foundation Since 2003 all sponsorship activities have been bundled under the umbrella of the Degussa Stiftung. With these activities Degussa is assuming responsibility as “corporate citizen“ and has committed an endowment of over five million euros to the promotion of science. More

Sustainability At Degussa, sustainable development is an integrated part of business processes. In corporate decision making all economical, ecological as well as social aspects and issues are given due consideration, as are the interests of today’s and future generations. More