GRI 2-28 Membership of associations

Geberit is involved in various associations and organisations that make a contribution toward sustainable development. In addition, various Geberit companies are members of national associations on topics such as sustainable building, environmentally friendly production, energy, waste management and employee protection:

• Since June 2000, a member of the Transparency International organisation, supporting its objectives for combating corruption.
• Since 2000, an active member of TEPPFA, the European organisation for plastic pipes and fittings, where the topics of sustainability and circular economy are central.
• Since October 2008, a formal member of the UN Global Compact – the company was also a founding member of the local Swiss network in 2011.
• Since 2012, a member of the non-profit organisation Swiss Water Partnership. This platform seeks to bring together all those involved in the topic of water supply (from academic, economic as well as public and private spheres) to collectively address future challenges and promote international dialogue on water.
• Member of Cerame-Unie, the European Ceramic Industry Association, since the acquisition of the ceramics business in 2015. As is the case with TEPPFA, the subject of sustainability is also a central element in this association.