Sustainability Measures & SDGs

Use of underground water for fountains and irrigation in place of drinking water (Schönbrunn, Schloss Hof Estate).
Construction of rainwater tanks to reduce drinking-water use (Schönbrunn, Schloss Hof Estate).
Conversion of toilet facilities to greywater use (Schönbrunn, Apothekertrakt).
Introduction of water-saving filters (Vienna Furniture Museum).

Use of LED technology to save energy.
Conversion to renewable energy (100% electricity from renewable sources).
Introduction of energy accounting.
Replacement of diesel generators with electrical power supply (Schloss Hof Estate).
Use of heat pumps (Schloss Hof Estate).
Installation of timers and motion detectors (Vienna Furniture Museum).

Fair working conditions.
Promotion of professional development (ECHOCAST certifications - Programme – Echocast)
Support to regional suppliers, partnership with local suppliers and service providers.
Promotion of local jobs and economic development.

Thermal restoration of historical buildings (Schloss Hof Estate, Niederweiden, Schönbrunn).
Reduction in heating requirements through window renovation (Schloss Hof Estate, Schönbrunn).
Use of a geothermal heat exchanger for air conditioning (Schönbrunn).
Guidelines on "Preserving Cultural Heritage for Posterity": https://www.schoenbrunn.at/en/preserving-world-cultural-heritage-for-posterity
Barrier-free access to event areas (Apothekertrakt and Orangery).

Enhancing our focus on procurement in line with the Austrian Action Plan for Sustainable Public Procurement (naBe).
Incorporating and applying sustainability criteria in competitive tendering procedures and contract awards.
Promoting a circular economy.
Improving waste separation and introducing waste and recycling collection points (Schönbrunn, Sisi Museum, Vienna Furniture Museum).
Avoidance of unnecessary packaging in museum shops (e.g. for snow globes and magnets) by using eco-friendly alternatives.
Introduction of reusable tableware at events
Use of recycled paper, eco-certified print material and digitalisation (e.g. electronic invoices, digital invitations).

Preparation of a greenhouse gas audit (GHG audit) and reduction of carbon emissions.
Optimisation of energy consumption times (lighting, fountains at Schönbrunn and Schloss Hof Estate).
Raising employee awareness of resource conservation and energy saving.
Setting up bike stations and EV charging facilities (Schloss Hof Estate).
Reduction of fossil fuel consumption through use of heat pumps and electrical appliances (Schloss Hof Estate).

Avoiding the use of invasive, non-native plants
Planting grapevines according to the tradition of the Viennese "field blend" (Orangery Garden).
Climate adaptation and biodiversity measures: Schloss Hof Garden

Fundraising campaigns, e.g. through festive tombola or recycling initiatives (such as toner cartridge recycling in support of the charity Austrian Children's Cancer Aid).
Collaboration with non-profit organisations (e.g. donation of spectacles and mobile phones for social projects).
Regular dialogue with location partners, discussions on sustainability issues across networks (European Royal Residences, Austrian Leading Sights, etc.)

SUSTAINABILITY MEASURES & SDGs