Water
Water is a vital resource for people, ecosystems, and production. We work to reduce freshwater intake and improve water management where risks are highest, helping strengthen resilience in water-stressed regions and support more sustainable operations over time. For a global hygiene and health company, responsible water management is essential not only to reducing environmental impact, but also to safeguarding continuity and long-term access to a shared resource.
What we do
We reduce water use, improve water efficiency, and focus action on sites in water-stressed regions. Through better processes, water stewardship, and continuous improvement, we reduce impact where it matters most. Our work also includes strengthening internal practices and supporting better water management at sites facing the highest risk, helping ensure that action is targeted, consistent, and based on local needs and conditions.
Outcome
Lower water impact, improved resource efficiency, and more resilient operations in areas where water risks are greatest. This supports both environmental responsibility and stronger preparedness for future resource constraints.
Our target is a 25% reduction in freshwater intake at tissue sites in water-stressed regions by 2032, compared with 2022. The reported 2025 outcome is a 12% reduction.