Unilever PLC 2012 SR

The report outlines Unilever's progress in the second year of its Sustainable Living Plan, aiming to double business size while reducing environmental footprint. Key achievements in 2012 include reaching 224 million people with health and hygiene programs and sourcing 36% of agricultural raw materials sustainably. The company successfully reduced manufacturing CO2 emissions by 31.5% per tonne and achieved zero non-hazardous waste to landfill at over half of its sites. Despite challenges in influencing consumer behavior regarding hot water use, Unilever continues to integrate sustainability across its brands and value chain.

Company: Unilever PLC

Sector: Consumer Staples

Country: United Kingdom

Year: 2012

Type: SR

Pages: 56

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Unilever PLC

Unilever PLC 2012 Progress Report

Progress Report

The report outlines Unilever's progress in the second year of its Sustainable Living Plan, aiming to double business size while reducing environmental footprint. Key achievements in 2012 include reaching 224 million people with health and hygiene programs and sourcing 36% of agricultural raw materials sustainably. The company successfully reduced manufacturing CO2 emissions by 31.5% per tonne and achieved zero non-hazardous waste to landfill at over half of its sites. Despite challenges in influencing consumer behavior regarding hot water use, Unilever continues to integrate sustainability across its brands and value chain.

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Document Details

Report Year

2012

Reporting Period

Jan 1, 2012 - Dec 31, 2012

Fiscal Year

2012

Published

Apr 1, 2013

Type

Sustainability Report

Language

English

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