d&b’s Global Sustainability Director Robert Trebus appointed as EU Climate Pact Ambassador
Robert Trebus, Global Director of Sustainability at d&b group, has been honored as a European Climate Pact Ambassador for 2025 for the European events industry. This prestigious appointment by the European Commission (DG Climate) recognizes Robert’s efforts to driving sustainable transformation within the live event industry, including his leadership in developing sustainability standards for event and entertainment products and technologies.
Robert Trebus’s appointment underscores the vital role of the live event industry in addressing climate change. It also reflects d&b group’s unwavering commitment to advancing a greener, more sustainable future for the global event industry. Through innovation and responsible practices, d&b group is setting new standards, empowering the live entertainment sector to embrace sustainable solutions and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow.
What Is a European Climate Pact Ambassador?
European Climate Pact Ambassadors are individuals or organizations dedicated to inspiring and advancing climate action. They act as vital connectors, bridging communities, businesses, and policymakers to foster sustainable practices and combat climate change. According to the European Commission, the responsibilities of an ambassador include:
- Reaching Out: Engaging individuals and organizations, particularly within the live event and entertainment sector, that have yet to participate in climate action.
- Inspiring and Supporting Action: Motivating event organizers, venues, and suppliers to adopt sustainable practices, such as implementing EU Taxonomy criteria, improving energy efficiency, and embracing circular design principles.
- Leading by Example: Promoting initiatives like Ecodesign for event technologies, integrating low-carbon solutions, and ensuring compliance with evolving sustainability standards for the live event industry.
- Building Connections: Acting as a bridge between stakeholders in the event ecosystem—civil society, industry leaders, and policymakers—to develop innovative solutions aligned with CSRD, EU Taxonomy, Ecodesign, and other climate action frameworks.
