Europe’s leading network for sustainable business and transformation
BAUM is Europe’s oldest business association for future-oriented economic development. With a strong network of leading companies, industry experts and political decision-makers, we drive innovation, actively shape change and support companies on their way to a more climate-friendly, future-proof and resilient economy.
Together with partners from the business and academic worlds, we support practical projects and, drawing on our scientific expertise and sector-specific know-how, assist in the development of business models aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
member companies from various industries
sectors represented – from industry to services
years of experience in sustainable corporate development
BAUM Conference on 9. and 10. September 2026 in Rust
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Future matters
For innovation boost and market leadership
The future belongs to those who shape it. BAUM actively supports companies in the development of innovative solutions – from circular economy to decarbonisation and material health.
Get involved, have your say, be at the forefront – with our transformation projects.
Events
For sound strategies and practice-oriented know-how
Future-proofing requires knowledge. BAUM offers a strong network for the exchange of best practices, economic strategies for the future and practical implementation aids. We translate regulatory requirements into practical strategies and enable companies to always be one step ahead.
- exclusive conferences & workshops
- up-to-date insights on CSRD, EU Green Deal & ESG requirements
- exchange of experience with leading companies
Network
Working together to achieve sustainability goals
BAUM brings together people committed to sustainability from the worlds of business, academia and politics. Our networking platform is Digital BAUM. It is open to anyone interested – whether they are a member or not.
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direct communication in the network
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registration for events from our event calendar
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Digital Academy with selected e-learnings
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development of project ideas
Membership
For synergies and a future-proof perspective
We connect companies that are actively shaping economic innovation and sustainable transformation. BAUM members benefit from exclusive access to political decision-makers, cross-industry synergies and a unique platform for collaboration.
- exchange with business leaders
- access to valuable partnerships and synergies
- a strong community for success in transformation
Become a BAUM member
These companies are full members of BAUM and have signed the Code:
