Our purpose is at the heart of everything we do
Why we do what we do
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Creating for happier, healthier lives with love for nature. Let’s imagine together.
To deliver on this purpose we have set ambitious goals in four areas: Creations, Nature, People and Communities. By living our purpose we will continue to be a successful, sustainable business.
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Let’s imagine together
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“Our purpose is a compass to guide our choices and set strategic goals. It’s a bold ambition to grow our business while becoming climate positive. And because we are Givaudan, it’s also emotional: our minds get it, and our hearts embrace it.”
Gilles Andrier, Chief Executive Officer
Every day, our creations inspire emotions and touch millions of lives. By becoming a purpose-led Company, we can go even further in making our world a happier, healthier place. Together, we have the potential to increase our positive impact on the world by innovating sustainable solutions while showing our love for nature.
Our purpose goals in detail
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That through our creations more people will enjoy happier, healthier lives
This goal is supported by the ambition to:
By 2030, we will double our business through creations that contribute to happier, healthier lives.
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That we show our love for nature in everything we do
This goal is supported by the ambition to:
Before 2050, we will be a climate positive business based on scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions according to the greenhouse gas (GHG) protocol.
Before 2030, we will replace single-use plastics with eco-friendly alternatives across our sites and operations.
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That Givaudan is a place where everyone loves to be and grow
This goal is supported by the ambition to:
Before 2030, we will be an even more balanced and inclusive company:
Before 2025, we will improve how we care for all of our people by:
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That all communities benefit by working with Givaudan
This goal is supported by the ambition to:
By 2030, we will source all materials and services in a way that protects people and the environment.
By 2030, we will improve the lives of millions of people in communities where we source and operate.
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