Givaudan recognised for carbon emission reduction

Givaudan has been named as one of the top companies in Switzerland for its action on climate change. The company was recognised as an ‘A-band’ performer in the Carbon Disclosure Project’s (CDP’s) 350 Climate Change 2013 Report for Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

The CDP ranks companies based on how they measure, disclose and manage climate-related risks and opportunities.

Givaudan’s progress in reducing carbon emissions earnt it the recognition from CDP. Since 2009, the company has achieved a 16.6% reduction in carbon emissions, an 11.5% reduction in energy, a 13.1% decrease in waste incinerated and landfilled, and a 9.6% reduction in water usage per tonne of production.

Givaudan was awarded a disclosure score of 79 out of 100. This score measures the quality and completeness of publicly disclosed data and information.

“Customers increasingly want to see that Givaudan is running a sustainable business, and this includes managing the efficiency of our operations”, said Joe Fabbri, Head of Global Human Resources, EHS and Chair of Sustainability.

“We have made progress through a combination of large-scale energy efficiency projects, and the dedication of our Green Teams, who are instrumental to identifying and acting on local opportunities to save energy.”

For more information on the Carbon Disclosure Project, visit www.cdp.net.