Sustainability.
A systematic approach to CSR.
Our CSR strategy defines our environmental, social and economic activities: binding targets, measurable measures and certified systems create transparency and trust.
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CO₂ reduction
1,250,000 kg
CO₂ emissions reduced per year through efficient energy and building concepts.
Savings (kWh)
4.7 million
Electricity/heat per year
Renewable energy
100%
Green electricity for the communal areas in our shopping centers in Austria, Italy and Slovenia
Photovoltaic panels
48.000 m²+
on center roofs in Austria, Slovenia, Italy and the Czech Republic
Demand-controlled ventilation
up to 50%
energy savings through ‘Cheap Air’ technology
SES climate targets.
Photovoltaic systems covering 50% of the available roof space
*compared to 2014
100% energy from renewable sources
*compared to 2014
46% reduction in energy consumption
*compared to 2014
88% reduction in CO₂ emissions
*compared to 2014
What we do in practice.
Energy & Environment
How we conserve resources
People & Society
What we do for people
Profitability & Efficiency
What makes locations valuable
Energy & Environment
Every location tells its own story – and deserves solutions that do it justice. Renewable energy, environmentally friendly construction, alternative mobility options and certified management systems support high-quality and responsible operations. This creates shopping destinations that blend in perfectly with their surroundings and retain their value in the long term.
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Photovoltaics
From Prague to Ljubljana: 48,000 m² of photovoltaic panels are already installed on 15 shopping center roofs in Austria, Italy, Slovenia and the Czech Republic. SES is consistently expanding its photovoltaic capacity. In Austria and Slovenia, we are already meeting our energy target as a result. The roof of VARENA is home to the SPAR Group’s largest PV system to date – with a capacity of 1,353 kWp. Since 2018, SES has invested more than 10 million euros in the expansion of solar power.
From Prague to Ljubljana: 48,000 m² of photovoltaic panels are already installed on 15 shopping center roofs in Austria, Italy, Slovenia and the Czech Republic. SES is consistently expanding its photovoltaic capacity. In Austria and Slovenia, we are already meeting our energy target as a result. The roof of VARENA is home to the SPAR Group’s largest PV system to date – with a capacity of 1,353 kWp. Since 2018, SES has invested more than 10 million euros in the expansion of solar power.
Geothermal energy
650 energy piles up to 70 metres deep: ATRIO Villach uses geothermal energy for heating and cooling. Geothermal energy covers a large proportion of the energy requirements and supports resource-efficient operations. ATRIO has already received international recognition for this forward-looking energy concept. MAX.CENTER Wels and VARENA also rely on energy generated from geothermal sources.
650 energy piles up to 70 metres deep: ATRIO Villach uses geothermal energy for heating and cooling. Geothermal energy covers a large proportion of the energy requirements and supports resource-efficient operations. ATRIO has already received international recognition for this forward-looking energy concept. MAX.CENTER Wels and VARENA also rely on energy generated from geothermal sources.
Hydropower
4 GWh of hydropower per year: SILLPARK Innsbruck harnesses the energy of the River Sill.
With its own hydropower station, the shopping destination meets a large proportion of the center's energy requirements. The modernised facility combines energy generation, efficient cooling and resource-saving technology in a single location – including an ecological fish ladder.
With its own hydropower station, the shopping destination meets a large proportion of the center's energy requirements. The modernised facility combines energy generation, efficient cooling and resource-saving technology in a single location – including an ecological fish ladder.
4 GWh of hydropower per year: SILLPARK Innsbruck harnesses the energy of the River Sill.
With its own hydropower station, the shopping destination meets a large proportion of the center's energy requirements. The modernised facility combines energy generation, efficient cooling and resource-saving technology in a single location – including an ecological fish ladder.
With its own hydropower station, the shopping destination meets a large proportion of the center's energy requirements. The modernised facility combines energy generation, efficient cooling and resource-saving technology in a single location – including an ecological fish ladder.
100% green electricity
SES sources 100% green electricity for the communal areas of its centers in Austria, Italy and Slovenia.
SES sources 100% green electricity for the communal areas of its centers in Austria, Italy and Slovenia.
Recycling of valuable materials
Waste separation makes an important contribution to resource conservation and climate protection. That is why we have introduced a three-stream waste separation system in our shopping centers for paper, plastic and residual waste, which is actively used by visitors, center management and retail partners. Our aim is to collect recyclables as separately as possible and to reduce the volume of residual waste. Our residual waste weighing systems provide additional incentives for our retail partners: less residual waste means more recycling, lower disposal costs and a better environmental footprint.
Waste separation makes an important contribution to resource conservation and climate protection. That is why we have introduced a three-stream waste separation system in our shopping centers for paper, plastic and residual waste, which is actively used by visitors, center management and retail partners. Our aim is to collect recyclables as separately as possible and to reduce the volume of residual waste. Our residual waste weighing systems provide additional incentives for our retail partners: less residual waste means more recycling, lower disposal costs and a better environmental footprint.
Reusing building materials
Recycling of recyclable materials right from the construction phase: at S-PARK Varaždin in Croatia, 25,000 out of 32,000 m³ of demolition material from the former Varteks textile factory were recycled and used to create an embankment approximately 1.10 metres high. This saved up to 2,000 lorry journeys, reduced particulate matter and noise, sped up the construction process and saved costs.
Recycling of recyclable materials right from the construction phase: at S-PARK Varaždin in Croatia, 25,000 out of 32,000 m³ of demolition material from the former Varteks textile factory were recycled and used to create an embankment approximately 1.10 metres high. This saved up to 2,000 lorry journeys, reduced particulate matter and noise, sped up the construction process and saved costs.
Biotopes, green spaces, biodiversity
We create and maintain our own biotopes, such as at FISCHAPARK and next to VARENA, as well as ample green spaces – to this end, we also utilise our rooftops in some centers.
We create and maintain our own biotopes, such as at FISCHAPARK and next to VARENA, as well as ample green spaces – to this end, we also utilise our rooftops in some centers.
Demand-based climate control
We cool and ventilate our malls according to actual demand: the more visitors there are, the more cooled fresh air is supplied. This demand-based ventilation system avoids unnecessary energy consumption. With our in-house building technology, the Cheap-Air system, we can reduce the energy used for climate control by up to 50 per cent.
We cool and ventilate our malls according to actual demand: the more visitors there are, the more cooled fresh air is supplied. This demand-based ventilation system avoids unnecessary energy consumption. With our in-house building technology, the Cheap-Air system, we can reduce the energy used for climate control by up to 50 per cent.
People & Society
Responsibility begins with the people who put it into practice every day. SES staff shape our shopping centers and their local regions through their expertise, commitment and commitment to quality. Together with the staff of our retail partners, we create jobs, local amenities and places where people can meet. As a social partner, SES shopping centers are firmly rooted in regional life. This creates an impact where it matters most: amongst the people who shape and use our centers.
Charity: Connected to the region
The people who live and work in the region are at the heart of every SES shopping destination.
Strong connections are forged in collaboration with local clubs, social initiatives and strong partners. Events, charity campaigns and long-term partnerships foster a sense of community and strengthen local ties. In 2025 alone, SES centers supported local clubs and charitable projects with a total of over 575,000 euros.
Strong connections are forged in collaboration with local clubs, social initiatives and strong partners. Events, charity campaigns and long-term partnerships foster a sense of community and strengthen local ties. In 2025 alone, SES centers supported local clubs and charitable projects with a total of over 575,000 euros.
The people who live and work in the region are at the heart of every SES shopping destination.
Strong connections are forged in collaboration with local clubs, social initiatives and strong partners. Events, charity campaigns and long-term partnerships foster a sense of community and strengthen local ties. In 2025 alone, SES centers supported local clubs and charitable projects with a total of over 575,000 euros.
Strong connections are forged in collaboration with local clubs, social initiatives and strong partners. Events, charity campaigns and long-term partnerships foster a sense of community and strengthen local ties. In 2025 alone, SES centers supported local clubs and charitable projects with a total of over 575,000 euros.
Family services
SES is committed to family-friendly services that make everyday life easier – from company childcare facilities at selected locations and wheelchair hire to children’s adventure worlds such as PLANET LOLLIPOP and Mini Lollipop. Family-friendly services and amenities create a welcoming environment for people of all ages. Service starts with the people who visit our shopping destinations. This is how we create places that offer a high level of service and a welcoming experience for families of all generations.
SES is committed to family-friendly services that make everyday life easier – from company childcare facilities at selected locations and wheelchair hire to children’s adventure worlds such as PLANET LOLLIPOP and Mini Lollipop. Family-friendly services and amenities create a welcoming environment for people of all ages. Service starts with the people who visit our shopping destinations. This is how we create places that offer a high level of service and a welcoming experience for families of all generations.
Shopping meets culture
Art, culture and social engagement turn our shopping destinations into vibrant meeting places. SES supports regional cultural projects, collaborates with architects and creative professionals, and creates spaces for people to come together. With the OVAL at EUROPARK Salzburg, SES has been successfully running its own arts and culture venue since 2005.
Art, culture and social engagement turn our shopping destinations into vibrant meeting places. SES supports regional cultural projects, collaborates with architects and creative professionals, and creates spaces for people to come together. With the OVAL at EUROPARK Salzburg, SES has been successfully running its own arts and culture venue since 2005.
Profitability & Efficiency
When concepts succeed and partnership matters, value is created. SES combines financial stability and efficient operations with multifunctional sites that bring life to an area, function effectively and stand the test of time. This creates vibrant meeting places with facilities that complement urban functions – ranging from healthcare and service facilities to office space, and from sports to leisure areas. The foundation for this is ongoing dialogue with retailers, restaurateurs, service providers, suppliers and investors – based on partnership and conducted on an equal footing.
Strong locations that make an impact
Our mission is to drive footfall.
High-quality locations form the basis for long-term success. SES develops shopping destinations featuring attractive retail concepts, modern architecture, alternative mobility options, a high quality of visitor experience and effective marketing. This results in strong footfall, stable partnerships and economically successful retail locations with high space productivity.
High-quality locations form the basis for long-term success. SES develops shopping destinations featuring attractive retail concepts, modern architecture, alternative mobility options, a high quality of visitor experience and effective marketing. This results in strong footfall, stable partnerships and economically successful retail locations with high space productivity.
Our mission is to drive footfall.
High-quality locations form the basis for long-term success. SES develops shopping destinations featuring attractive retail concepts, modern architecture, alternative mobility options, a high quality of visitor experience and effective marketing. This results in strong footfall, stable partnerships and economically successful retail locations with high space productivity.
High-quality locations form the basis for long-term success. SES develops shopping destinations featuring attractive retail concepts, modern architecture, alternative mobility options, a high quality of visitor experience and effective marketing. This results in strong footfall, stable partnerships and economically successful retail locations with high space productivity.
Securing value in the long term
Long-term prospects arise where responsibility and quality come together. SES develops retail property through active asset management, a clear location strategy and a focus on sustainable value preservation. Investments in construction, operation and further development are planned with foresight – with an eye to quality, efficiency and the needs of future generations.
Long-term prospects arise where responsibility and quality come together. SES develops retail property through active asset management, a clear location strategy and a focus on sustainable value preservation. Investments in construction, operation and further development are planned with foresight – with an eye to quality, efficiency and the needs of future generations.
Regional strength in the retail mix
Regional businesses, dedicated entrepreneurs and new concepts bring diversity and dynamism to our shopping destinations. SES deliberately focuses on long-term partnerships with local retailers, family-run businesses and innovative brands. The combination of regional identity, openness to new ideas and international concepts creates destinations with strong regional roots and a high quality of experience for visitors.
Regional businesses, dedicated entrepreneurs and new concepts bring diversity and dynamism to our shopping destinations. SES deliberately focuses on long-term partnerships with local retailers, family-run businesses and innovative brands. The combination of regional identity, openness to new ideas and international concepts creates destinations with strong regional roots and a high quality of experience for visitors.
Recognised for sustainability.
TÜV AUSTRIA-certified energy management
SES is committed to the economical and efficient use of energy and introduced an energy management system in accordance with ISO 50001 in 2019, which was recertified by TÜV AUSTRIA in 2022. In 2022, the system was also introduced in the SES shopping centers in Slovenia and Italy and certified by TÜV AUSTRIA.
‘klimaaktiv mobil’ project partner, 2021, Austria
Recognised for sustainable mobility: in 2021, SES was recognised as a ‘klimaaktiv mobil’ project partner by the Austrian Ministry for Climate Protection. SES has been investing in electric charging points at its sites for years, using 100% green electricity from renewable energy sources.
TÜV AUSTRIA-certified environmental management system
The responsible use of resources is firmly embedded in SES’s DNA. In 2024, SES reached another milestone by receiving TÜV AUSTRIA certification for its ISO 14001 environmental management system across its Austrian sites.
Q19: OekoBusiness (ÖkoProfit) Vienna since 2017, Vienna, Austria
In 2017, Q19 became the first – and so far the only – shopping center in Vienna to complete the ÖkoProfit module; this remains the case to this day. ÖkoProfit has since become OekoBusiness: the aim is to reduce operating costs through the efficient use of resources and raw materials, as well as through waste prevention.
VARENA: BREEAM In-Use: EXCELLENT, Austria
Since 2013, VARENA has been certified under ‘BREEAM AT’ for existing buildings. In its 2025 re-certification, the center once again achieved top results, retaining its ‘Good’ rating for the quality of building operations and its ‘Excellent’ rating for the quality of the building
FISCHAPARK: BREEAM In-Use: VERY GOOD, Austria
In 2021, FISCHAPARK Wiener Neustadt achieved a ‘Very Good’ rating in the BREEAM AT In-Use certification – both for operational management and building performance.
ATRIO: ICSC Best-of-the-Best Award for Sustainable Design 2009, Las Vegas, USA
ATRIO Villach was honoured with the ‘Best-of-the-Best Award for Sustainable Design’ in Las Vegas in 2009. This recognised the center as the most sustainable shopping center in its category worldwide. With its responsible use of resources, ATRIO set early benchmarks for the industry.
ATRIO: TRIGOS, 2009, Austria
In 2009, ATRIO Villach received the TRIGOS award in the ‘Society’ category for its social and environmental commitment. The award recognised, in particular, the center's innovative and resource-efficient energy concept.
ATRIO: ICSC ReSource Award 2008, Amsterdam, Netherlands
The 2008 ReSource Award recognised ATRIO Villach for its responsible approach in the areas of the environment, social issues and economic efficiency.
Q19: ICSC ReSource Award 2008, Amsterdam, Netherlands
In 2008, Q19 Vienna was presented with the ReSource Award in recognition of its responsible management of environmental, social and economic resources.
SES: ReSource Award 2008, Amsterdam, Netherlands
In 2008, SES Spar European Shopping Centers became the first – and at that time the only – European developer to receive the ReSource Award.
EUROPARK: ICSC Sustainable Design Award 2007, Phoenix, USA
In December 2007, EUROPARK Salzburg received the Sustainable Design Award for sustainable construction. In the 2007 citation, it was named the most sustainable shopping center in its category.
EUROPARK: ‘Most Family-Friendly Company’ 2006, Austria
Award for putting family-friendliness into practice: in 2006, the Province of Salzburg honoured EUROPARK Salzburg as the ‘most family-friendly company’. The decisive factors were flexible working time arrangements, the in-house nursery and the company’s exceptional commitment to helping employees balance family and work life.
SES Slovenija: 2025 Gold Award from the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce
In 2025, SES Slovenija was awarded the Gold Award for sustainable business practices by the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce. According to the organisers, the award recognised the company’s consistent sustainability strategy and its commitment to environmental responsibility and future-oriented development. This applies to all Slovenian centers: ALEJA, CITYPARK, CENTER VIČ in Ljubljana, CITYCENTER Celje, EUROPARK Maribor and ARKADIA Domžale.
SES Italy awarded BREEAM In-Use ‘Very Good’ rating in 2025 for two shopping centers in Padua
SES Italy has been awarded the BREEAM In-Use ‘Very Good’ certification for the LE BRENTELLE and IPERCITY shopping centers (both in Padua). Both sites meet the highest standards in energy efficiency, indoor climate, ecology and environmental sustainability – making them among the pioneers in the region.
TÜV AUSTRIA-certified energy management
SES is committed to the economical and efficient use of energy and introduced an energy management system in accordance with ISO 50001 in 2019, which was recertified by TÜV AUSTRIA in 2022. In 2022, the system was also introduced in the SES shopping centers in Slovenia and Italy and certified by TÜV AUSTRIA.
‘klimaaktiv mobil’ project partner, 2021, Austria
Recognised for sustainable mobility: in 2021, SES was recognised as a ‘klimaaktiv mobil’ project partner by the Austrian Ministry for Climate Protection. SES has been investing in electric charging points at its sites for years, using 100% green electricity from renewable energy sources.
TÜV AUSTRIA-certified environmental management system
The responsible use of resources is firmly embedded in SES’s DNA. In 2024, SES reached another milestone by receiving TÜV AUSTRIA certification for its ISO 14001 environmental management system across its Austrian sites.
Q19: OekoBusiness (ÖkoProfit) Vienna since 2017, Vienna, Austria
In 2017, Q19 became the first – and so far the only – shopping center in Vienna to complete the ÖkoProfit module; this remains the case to this day. ÖkoProfit has since become OekoBusiness: the aim is to reduce operating costs through the efficient use of resources and raw materials, as well as through waste prevention.
VARENA: BREEAM In-Use: EXCELLENT, Austria
Since 2013, VARENA has been certified under ‘BREEAM AT’ for existing buildings. In its 2025 re-certification, the center once again achieved top results, retaining its ‘Good’ rating for the quality of building operations and its ‘Excellent’ rating for the quality of the building
FISCHAPARK: BREEAM In-Use: VERY GOOD, Austria
In 2021, FISCHAPARK Wiener Neustadt achieved a ‘Very Good’ rating in the BREEAM AT In-Use certification – both for operational management and building performance.
ATRIO: ICSC Best-of-the-Best Award for Sustainable Design 2009, Las Vegas, USA
ATRIO Villach was honoured with the ‘Best-of-the-Best Award for Sustainable Design’ in Las Vegas in 2009. This recognised the center as the most sustainable shopping center in its category worldwide. With its responsible use of resources, ATRIO set early benchmarks for the industry.
ATRIO: TRIGOS, 2009, Austria
In 2009, ATRIO Villach received the TRIGOS award in the ‘Society’ category for its social and environmental commitment. The award recognised, in particular, the center's innovative and resource-efficient energy concept.
ATRIO: ICSC ReSource Award 2008, Amsterdam, Netherlands
The 2008 ReSource Award recognised ATRIO Villach for its responsible approach in the areas of the environment, social issues and economic efficiency.
Q19: ICSC ReSource Award 2008, Amsterdam, Netherlands
In 2008, Q19 Vienna was presented with the ReSource Award in recognition of its responsible management of environmental, social and economic resources.
SES: ReSource Award 2008, Amsterdam, Netherlands
In 2008, SES Spar European Shopping Centers became the first – and at that time the only – European developer to receive the ReSource Award.
EUROPARK: ICSC Sustainable Design Award 2007, Phoenix, USA
In December 2007, EUROPARK Salzburg received the Sustainable Design Award for sustainable construction. In the 2007 citation, it was named the most sustainable shopping center in its category.
EUROPARK: ‘Most Family-Friendly Company’ 2006, Austria
Award for putting family-friendliness into practice: in 2006, the Province of Salzburg honoured EUROPARK Salzburg as the ‘most family-friendly company’. The decisive factors were flexible working time arrangements, the in-house nursery and the company’s exceptional commitment to helping employees balance family and work life.
SES Slovenija: 2025 Gold Award from the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce
In 2025, SES Slovenija was awarded the Gold Award for sustainable business practices by the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce. According to the organisers, the award recognised the company’s consistent sustainability strategy and its commitment to environmental responsibility and future-oriented development. This applies to all Slovenian centers: ALEJA, CITYPARK, CENTER VIČ in Ljubljana, CITYCENTER Celje, EUROPARK Maribor and ARKADIA Domžale.
SES Italy awarded BREEAM In-Use ‘Very Good’ rating in 2025 for two shopping centers in Padua
SES Italy has been awarded the BREEAM In-Use ‘Very Good’ certification for the LE BRENTELLE and IPERCITY shopping centers (both in Padua). Both sites meet the highest standards in energy efficiency, indoor climate, ecology and environmental sustainability – making them among the pioneers in the region.
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Get in touch.
Andreas Mittendorfer
Head of Corporate Sustainability
+43 664 5189292
[email protected]
