Grün Berlin GmbH
Grün Berlin GmbH is a state-owned company dedicated to sustainable urban development and public services. With over 800 hectares of open spaces and numerous projects, it promotes climate protection, social cohesion, and livable infrastructures in Berlin.
Grün Berlin GmbH: Sustainable Urban Development and Public Services
editAbout the Company
editGrün Berlin GmbH is a state-owned company with a non-profit orientation that has been active in Berlin since 1996. As a subsidiary of the State of Berlin, the company is responsible for the development, construction, and operation of sustainable infrastructures and public open spaces. Today, Grün Berlin manages around 800 hectares of public open spaces and more than 100 buildings in the capital[1][3].
Key Products and Services
editGrün Berlin GmbH takes on a variety of tasks that include project development, project and construction management, facility and property management, as well as the organization and implementation of participation processes. The main activities include:
- The maintenance and care of large parks such as Britzer Garten, Tempelhofer Feld, and the Gardens of the World.
- The organization of events and activities.
- The management of traffic light systems through the subsidiary GB infraSignal GmbH.
- The design and operation of bike paths through the subsidiary GB infraVelo GmbH.
- Administrative and technical services through Grün Berlin Service GmbH[1][3].
Mission and Values
editThe mission of Grün Berlin is to create sustainable infrastructures for Berlin that promote climate protection and resilience, economic performance, and social cohesion. The company aims to create a livable city that develops sustainably and is safe and climate-friendly. This is achieved through a culture of good construction that includes interdisciplinary expertise, collaborative partnerships, and resource-efficient implementation of construction measures[2].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editGrün Berlin is actively committed to sustainability and environmental protection. The sustainability goals include:
- The development and realization of outstanding urban planning and urban policy infrastructure through the Grün Berlin Foundation.
- The remunicipalization and efficient management of traffic light systems to promote environmentally friendly mobility.
- The creation and maintenance of public and sustainable open spaces that enable recreation, enjoyment, sports, and health.
- The integration of green mobility through the construction of new bike paths and support for environmentally friendly modes of transport[1][2].
Additional Initiatives
editGrün Berlin is involved in numerous projects that promote urban development and the common good. These include organizing large events such as the International Garden Exhibition (IGA) and redesigning open spaces like Mauerpark and the Kulturforum. The company is also working on the preservation and development of historical parks and gardens, such as Spreepark in Treptow and Schloss Biesdorf[1][3].
Grün Berlin GmbH is thus a central player in the urban development of Berlin, committed to a sustainable, livable, and environmentally friendly city.
Sources:
edit- 1 - https://gruen-berlin.de/unternehmen/organisationen
- 2 - https://gruen-berlin.de/unternehmen/mission
- 3 - https://www.tagesspiegel.de/berlin/hauptstadt-gartner-das-millionen-unternehmen-grun-berlin-5513284.html
- 4 - https://www.xing.com/pages/grunberlingmbh
- 5 - https://www.berlin.de/sen/uvk/umwelt/nachhaltigkeit/umsetzungsallianz/mitglieder/gruen-berlin/