Acting sustainably is a fundamental part of our daily work. As a leading provider of internet services, we see ourselves as part of society, make a significant contribution to digital sovereignty, and are committed to making a positive impact.
We understand sustainability as an important foundation for our long-term success. We strive to make the digital world safe and accessible for our customers. We work to supply individuals and companies with broadband internet access and powerful cloud applications, making the internet a fully accessible infrastructure for information, communication, entertainment, and e-business. We see sustainability as an integral part of our business processes.
Corporate Digital Responsibility
Digitalization changes how we live, work, and connect with each other. As internet specialists, we want to create digital possibilities for everyone while never compromising on data protection, security, and reliability.
Through innovative Open-RAN technology in our 1&1 mobile network, we set new standards in telecommunications infrastructure and making ourselves independent from dominant network equipment suppliers. 1&1 Versatel operates one of Germany's most powerful and modern fiber optic networks. And with our brands, WEB.DE and GMX, United Internet stands for secure communication and responsible data protection "Made in Germany." IONOS’ innovative and trustworthy cloud solutions fulfill the highest security and sovereignty requirements.
Our commitment to high security standards makes United Internet a trustworthy partner for private customers, companies, and public administration. United Internet stands at the center of efforts to strengthen digital sovereignty. By building independent infrastructures, protecting data, and promoting innovations, we help prepare Germany and Europe for the digital future.
Climate and environmental Protection
Our services as internet specialists are based on energy-intensive infrastructure. We are dedicated to keeping our CO2 emissions as low as possible by investing in renewable energies and state-of-the-art energy management systems. We also avoid electronic waste through circular economy concepts such as the refurbishment of used IT hardware – both in our own operations and for our customers.
social Commitment
Our entrepreneurial and economic success secures the future of our company, ouremployees and the communities beyond. We like to share our success and engage in various social areas. In particular, we have been supporting projects of the United Nations Children's Fund worldwide for many years with "United Internet for UNICEF."
United Internet as an Employer
As an employer, we operate in a dynamic environment. Engaged and qualified employees are the basis of our sustainable corporate success. We aspire to be an attractive and fair employer by promoting diversity and equal opportunities and strengthening our employees in their professional and personal development.
Our Contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
In 2015, the UN member states adopted a total of 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) aimed at making our planet more livable by 2030.
As internet specialists, we want to contribute to achieving these goals and focus on the following SDGs in our sustainability strategy.
