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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%
Scope 1 and 2
Outcome 2022:
-15%
Scope 1 and 2
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%
Scope 3
Outcome:
-10%
Scope 31)
Packaging
Target 2025:
85%
Outcome 2022:
80%
Essity is striving for 100% recyclability and 85% renewable or recycled material in the company’s packaging. This target applies to both paper and plastic packaging for Essity’s brands.
Share of packaging manufactured from renewable and/or recycled material
Share of packaging manufactured from renewable and/or recycled material
Production waste
Target 2030:
100%
Outcome 2022:
62%
Resource efficiency and the reduction of waste are important in Essity’s production facilities. The target is that all production waste will be subject to material and energy recovery by 2030, which reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
Subject to material or energy recovery
Subject to material or energy recovery
Fresh fiber
Target:
100%
Outcome 2022:
97%
Through certifications such as the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC), Essity ensures sustainable fiber sourcing, thereby preventing deforestation and promoting biodiversity.
Share of FSCTM or PEFCTM-certified fresh fiber
Share of FSCTM or PEFCTM-certified fresh fiber
Sustainable innovations
Target:
>50%
Outcome 2022:
68%
Sustainable innovations are measured as the share of revenue from innovations launched in the most recent three years. Examples of sustainable innovations in 2021 included Tork cleaning cloths, TENA Silhouette washable absorbent underwear, and the Libresse menstrual cup.
Share that yielded social and/or environmental improvements
Share that yielded social and/or environmental improvements
Health and safety
Target 2025:
-75%
Outcome 2022:
-39%
The Total recordable injury (TRI) figure includes Lost time accidents (LTA), Restricted work cases (RWC) and Medical treatment cases (MTC). All of Essity’s production facilities are conducting purposeful and systematic work with safety issues.
Decrease in total recordable incident rate compared with 2019
Decrease in total recordable incident rate compared with 2019
Gender distribution at management levels
Target 2025:
40/60%
Outcome 2022:
32/68%
Essity’s target is that gender distribution at all management levels (Executive Management Team, senior management, middle management) is to be within the interval 40/60% no later than 2025, where the majority group based on gender is to constitute no more than 60%. The target is reported at an aggregate outcome level for the three management levels.
Responsible sourcing
Target 2025:
95%
Outcome 2022:
90%
Essity has a Global Supplier Standard to ensure responsible business operations and respect for human rights in the company’s supply chain.
Share of Essity's total purchase cost from suppliers that comply with Essity’s Global Supplier Standard
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%
The Code of Conduct describes how employees are to act, how the company operates, stakeholder expectations of Essity, and Essity’s commitment to human rights. All wholly owned subsidiaries are bound by the Code of Conduct.
Share of new employees who received training in the Code of Conduct
Share of new employees who received training in the Code of Conduct