On September 16, 2024, the Environmental Economy Award was presented for the third time. The prize recognizes companies that combine environmental and climate protection with economic success in an impressive way. Companies in the green economy in North Rhine-Westphalia once again had the chance to win prize money totaling EUR 60,000 in 2024. Here you can find out which companies impressed the jury with their innovative business models in 2024.

1st place and the award valou of €30,000 in prize money went to ClayTec GmbH Co. KG from Viersen.
ClayTec has been producing building materials such as mortar and drywall boards from clay for 40 years: a raw material that is available in large quantities in Germany and is a suitable substitute for less environmentally friendly materials such as gypsum and limestone.

Voltfang GmbH from Aachen was delighted to receive 2nd place and €20,000 in prize money.
The innovative Aachen-based company Voltfang has developed a battery storage system made from second-life batteries that helps small and medium-sized enterprises and industry to reduce their ecological footprint and save costs.

HDB Recycling GmbH from Hünxe secured 3rd place in the Umweltwirtschaftspreis.NRW 2024 with prize money of €10,000.
What to do with mixed mineral waste? HDB Recycling GmbH from Hünxe has found an innovative solution. With the R-Gestein Niederrhein wet processing plant, it processes mineral waste into high-quality secondary construction materials for building construction and civil engineering.

The Green Economy Award is aimed at innovative companies in the Green Economy that contribute to further expanding North Rhine-Westphalia’s pioneering role in the environmental sector. Further information can be found here.