United Nation Global Compact
We have structured our commitment to sustainability with the aim of supporting the UN Global Compact SDGs, acknowledging their significance not only to our business but also on a global scale. We remain dedicated to prioritising the SDGs where we can have the most substantial positive influence.
We annually submit our Communication on Progress (CoP) to the UN Global Compact (UNGC). We continue to disclose and report on our progress within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
We annually submit our Communication on Progress (CoP) to the UN Global Compact (UNGC). We continue to disclose and report on our progress within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Our Futureproof Approach
Achieving Sustainable Development
Using our internal framework, Futureproof, we've structured our sustainability efforts around four key pillars: People, Product, Partners, and Performance. Each pillar has its own set of goals, carefully designed to align with the global SDGs standard. Explore our commitment to driving positive change and learn how we're working towards a more sustainable future for all.
Performance
Our ambition is to achieve our science-based targets for CO2e emission reduction and zero waste to landfill.
Hempel Sustainability target
- 90% reduction of Scope 1 & 2 CO2e emissions by 2026
- Achieve zero waste landfill at our production sites by end of 2025
Products
Our ambition is to develop more sustainable products and services that will enable our customers to meet and exceed their sustainability ambitions.
Hempel Sustainability target
- ReduceCO2e emissions by 50% by end of 2030 (Scope 3)
- Complete a five-year plan for reducing and phasing out hazardous materials
- Achieve 50% recycled plastic in primary plastic packaging by end of 2025
People
Our ambition is to become a global leader in employee development, leadership, diversity, inclusion and social responsibility. At all times, we work to create a culture and environment where every one of us can thrive, both as individuals and as one Hempel.
Hempel Sustainability target
- Build an even stronger safety culture and eliminate all Lost Time Accidents and other injuries
- Achieve a targets of 33% women in the general workforce and 30% women in leadership by 2024
Partners
Our ambition is to help our customers achieve their sustainability goals while advancing both our own and our customers’ competitive position.
Hempel Sustainability target
- Reduce customers’ emissions by at least 30 million tonnes of CO2e by 2025
- 1.3 million cans collected and recycled through the Can Back Scheme
- Promote and further good ethical behaviour and environmental practices in our supply chain
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