Wienerberger Extends Partnership with Habitat for Humanity to Build More Homes for Vulnerable Communities

Wienerberger Extends Partnership with Habitat for Humanity to Build More Homes for Vulnerable Communities

(IN BRIEF) Wienerberger has extended its partnership with Habitat for Humanity International for another three years, continuing their efforts to build affordable housing for those in need. Since 2012, the collaboration has provided homes for over 6,300 people, constructing more than 600 housing units across Europe and North America. The new agreement will focus on projects in Hungary, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, the UK, and the US. As part of its sustainability strategy, Wienerberger aims to build at least 200 housing units annually for vulnerable communities, using its eco-friendly building solutions and encouraging employee involvement.

(PRESS RELEASE) VIENNA, 15-Jan-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Wienerberger, a global leader in providing sustainable and innovative building solutions for new construction, renovations, and infrastructure projects, is committed to making affordable and decent housing accessible. In addition to focusing on reducing energy consumption and material usage in buildings to lower living costs, the company collaborates with the international non-profit Habitat for Humanity International to build homes for those in need. Their partnership, which began in 2012, has focused on Europe and North America, and earlier this year, both organizations agreed to extend their collaboration for an additional three years, through 2027.

Over the past 12 years, the partnership has impacted more than 6,300 people, primarily targeting vulnerable communities in urgent need of proper housing. Together, Wienerberger and Habitat for Humanity International have successfully constructed over 600 housing units, as well as developed and renovated social facilities, including disability centers and schools. In the upcoming three years, their efforts will focus on countries such as Hungary, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

Heimo Scheuch, CEO of Wienerberger, emphasized the critical importance of housing as a global social issue, stating, “Safe homes are essential for healthy living conditions and creating new opportunities. As a leading player in the building sector, we bear a unique responsibility to address this challenge. Our partnership with Habitat for Humanity International, which involves product donations and resource-saving construction solutions, will continue to improve lives and build better futures for many.”

As part of its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy, Wienerberger is committed to expanding its social impact, with a goal to build at least 200 housing units per year for those in need. These projects will utilize Wienerberger’s sustainable building materials, including bricks, blocks, roof tiles, and water management technologies, as well as innovative paving solutions. Additionally, Wienerberger encourages employee involvement, with staff members volunteering their time and expertise to support the construction efforts.

Media Contacts:

Claudia Hajdinyak
Head of Corporate Communications
Wienerberger AG
t +43 664 828 31 83
claudia.hajdinyak@wienerberger.com

SOURCE: Wienerberger AG