We’re working to embed sustainability into everything we do.
We take a sensible approach to sustainability that runs through our products, innovation and daily operations. And this translates into cost-effective sustainable products with lower emissions for our customers.
Our Vision 2030 goals are a roadmap to help us reduce the environmental impact of our products substantially, as well as protect human rights and the environment in our supply chain and increase diversity in our workforce.
Sustainability has to be on the agenda at the highest level, so we’ve put dedicated governance in place. We’ve also set targets, including net zero by 2050, and we’re making good progress towards them.
For example, by obtaining 90% of our electricity from renewable sources we decreased our total CO2 emissions by 34% in 2021, and completely ended coal use in our operations this year.
Our Approach
Sustainability is a core part of who we are and what we do. We are constantly measuring the progress we are making upstream, downstream, and in our operations and product development.
Find out moreVision 2030
We’ve set ourselves some ambitious but achievable goals, aligned to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, with milestones to help us get there.
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Progress in sustainability is most meaningful when it’s independently validated, and we’re proud of the recognition we’ve received so far.
Find out moreOperations
We have a strong focus on making our daily operations safer and more sustainable – for example, by using less hazardous raw materials, through projects to reduce cycle times and emissions, and by using alternative sources of energy and water.
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Whether in the supply chain or in our business, we make sure that people are treated equally and fairly.
Find out moreSupporting communities
At all our sites worldwide we want to make a positive impact, so we run volunteering programmes and offer support in our communities – the Synthomer Foundation is a major part of this.
Find out moreSHE
Synthomer manufactures speciality chemicals using large-scale, complex manufacturing processes, consuming hazardous raw materials.
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