Essity’s target is to achieve net zero emissions of greenhouse gases by 2050 and zero production waste by 2030. In 2018, our climate targets were approved by the Science Based Targets initiative for Scope 1, 2 and 3, and we raised our ambitions for Scope 1 and 2 in 2021. We take action throughout the entire value chain, from responsible procurement of raw materials to waste after use.
Sustainability targets
We have set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain, limit our burden on the environment and reduce our impact on biodiversity.
Targets and outcomes in 2022
In 2022, Essity further developed its sustainability framework and identified areas where we can have the greatest positive impact for the well-being of people and planet. Various initiatives and KPIs have been set in each area to ensure that we achieve our sustainability ambitions.
Science Based Targets
Target 2030:
-35%
Outcome 2022:
-15%
Essity’s climate-affecting emissions are divided into three different classes (Scope) depending on origin. Scope 1 and 2 are directly linked to Essity’s production. Scope 3 reports indirect emissions in Essity’s value chain.
Targets are compared with 2016
Target 2030:
-18%
Outcome:
-10%
Packaging
Target 2025:
85%
Outcome 2022:
80%
Share of packaging manufactured from renewable and/or recycled material
Production waste
Target 2030:
100%
Outcome 2022:
62%
Subject to material or energy recovery
Fresh fiber
Target:
100%
Outcome 2022:
97%
Share of FSCTM or PEFCTM-certified fresh fiber
Sustainable innovations
Target:
>50%
Outcome 2022:
68%
Share that yielded social and/or environmental improvements
Health and safety
Target 2025:
-75%
Outcome 2022:
-39%
Decrease in total recordable incident rate compared with 2019
Gender distribution at management levels
Target 2025:
40/60%
Outcome 2022:
32/68%
Responsible sourcing
Target 2025:
95%
Outcome 2022:
90%
Share of Essity's total purchase cost from suppliers that comply with Essity’s Global Supplier Standard
Business ethics and Code of Conduct
Target:
100%
Outcome 2022:
90%
Share of new employees who received training in the Code of Conduct