German Sustainability Award 2026: Applications Open for Taxi and Rental-Car Companies.
Taxi and rental-car companies can apply now for the German Sustainability Award for Companies 2026. The Federal Association of Taxi and Rental Cars points this out in a circular. Participation is free of charge and open to companies of any size, provided they have their headquarters or a substantial business activity in Germany. The deadline for applications is 14 September 2026.
According to the association, the competition recognizes companies that combine sustainability with innovation, competitiveness, and economic success. Applications are submitted via an online questionnaire.
Sustainable Mobility Concepts in Focus
According to the association, taxi and rental car companies could, among other things, convince with the use of low-emission or fully electric vehicles, an intelligent dispatch to reduce empty trips, and barrier-free mobility offerings. Healthcare-, school-, and on-demand bus services as part of sustainable provision of essential services, as well as investments in good working conditions, training and further education, and digital processes, were also among the possible sustainability measures.
Assessment in Five Transformation Fields
According to the statement, the jury assesses the actual successes of the companies in the transformation fields of climate, resources, nature, work and society. The focus would be on impact, innovativeness, responsibility, and long-term viability.
European Perspective for Prize Winners
This year, the competition's European orientation is new. The winners qualified as “National Champions Germany” for the upcoming European Sustainability Award and will represent Germany in 2027 at the European level. Finalists and winners furthermore benefited from additional public visibility, communications materials, and access to a European network.
The award ceremony is scheduled for December 3, 2026, as part of the German Sustainability Day in Düsseldorf. (Source: National Association of Taxi and Rental Cars)
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