Symrise Earns High CDP Sustainability Scores

Key highlights
  • Symrise received A- for climate change and water security, B for forest stewardship from CDP.
  • Symrise ranks in the top 7% for climate, top 8% for forests, and top 11% for water globally.
  • Symrise plans to enhance regenerative agriculture, water stewardship, and renewable energy sourcing.
  • Symrise collaborates with Deutsche Bank on carbon credits and supports the We Mean Business Coalition.

CDP Ratings

Symrise has been recognized by CDP for its environmental efforts, receiving an A- rating for both climate change and water security, and a B rating for forest stewardship. These scores place Symrise among the top performers globally, ranking in the top 7% for climate, top 8% for forests, and top 11% for water.

Strategic Initiatives

Symrise is committed to enhancing its sustainability practices. The company plans to deepen its regenerative agriculture programs, focus on water stewardship in areas facing water stress, and increase its renewable energy sourcing. These initiatives aim to minimize the environmental impact of its operations.

Collaborative Efforts

Symrise is working with Deutsche Bank to develop a new class of carbon credits aimed at rainforest protection. Additionally, the company supports the We Mean Business Coalition manifesto at COP 30, which outlines a roadmap to end fossil fuels. These collaborations demonstrate Symrise's commitment to responsible environmental practices.

Future Outlook

Looking ahead, Symrise intends to maintain an open dialogue with CDP and its stakeholders to convert transparency into concrete actions. By doing so, the company aims to help its customers create more sustainable products with reduced environmental impact.

Source: Symrise

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