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Annika Krause is Operations Manager at the Steinbeis PolyVert site in Großenlüder and is responsible for 36 employees. Her journey there is a story of passion for technology and the courage to embrace change. A conversation about daily challenges, sustainability in practice and the power of togetherness.

TOWARDS ZERO is more than just a vision - it is Steinbeis Papier's concrete roadmap to climate-neutral production by 2040. Find out how the company is shaping the path to net zero emissions through holistic cycles, absolute transparency and measurable milestones. From 100% recycled paper to closed water cycles and a green electricity campaign: discover how sustainability has been practised at Steinbeis Papier since 1976 and how the recycled paper manufacturer is reshaping the future of the paper industry together with its partners.

From trainee to manager: eight colleagues from Steinbeis Papier provide personal insights into their career paths. Their stories show that the company's success is based not only on processes, but above all on people. Trust, cohesion and the shared conviction of working on something meaningful characterise everyday working life and prove it: Sustainability is firmly anchored in the corporate culture at Steinbeis Papier.

How does supposed waste become a valuable raw material? Thomas Rogée, Head of Magazine and Materials Management and Waste Management Officer, provides insights into the challenges and opportunities of the circular economy and shows how sustainable utilisation and innovative recycling go hand in hand.

Can paper that was previously considered unusable be recycled? With an innovative pulping line, Steinbeis Papier makes even speciality papers such as labels usable again. A technology that revolutionises recycling.

How does HR become a strategic game changer? Christian Sprunk, Head of Group HR at Steinbeis, shows how data-based HR development, modern tools such as Personio and a clear employer brand are redefining HR work. A look behind the scenes of an HR transformation with vision.