Symrise Unveils CO₂ Tracking Platform at COP30

Key highlights
  • Symrise and CO2 AI launched the Houston platform for carbon footprint tracking at COP30.
  • Symrise co-chaired the Sustainable Business Bioeconomy Working Group.
  • Symrise engaged in the BMZ/GIZ Combú Island dialogue to foster economic development.
  • Symrise partnered with Deutsche Bank to support rainforest protection in Honduras and Suriname.

Houston Platform Launch

Symrise, in collaboration with CO2 AI, launched the Houston platform at COP30. This digital tool measures carbon footprints at both product and corporate levels, aiming to enhance transparency and efficiency in decarbonization efforts.

Bioeconomy Working Group

Symrise co-chaired the Sustainable Business Bioeconomy Working Group, contributing private-sector insights to link climate action, biodiversity, and social progress. This role facilitated partnerships with global organizations to promote the bioeconomy within the COP solutions agenda.

Public-Private Dialogues

Symrise participated in the BMZ/GIZ Combú Island dialogue, joining stakeholders to advance public-private bilateral dialogues between Germany and Brazil. The initiative focuses on fostering economic development and strengthening partnerships to support sustainable practices.

Rainforest Protection Partnership

Symrise signed a letter of intent with Deutsche Bank and other industry players to mobilize financial support for rainforest protection in Honduras and Suriname. This partnership aims to empower local communities through deforestation-free, traceable value chains and regenerative agriculture.

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