Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Increased renewable energy share in electricity to 74% in 2021 (72% in 2022), reduced electricity consumption by almost 1% at Schaan headquarters in 2022 despite growth, lowest electricity consumption since 2009 at Schaan headquarters, lowest gas consumption since 2009 at Schaan headquarters due to switching to district heat, reduced carbon equivalents in packaging by more than 40% since April 2023, decreased storage volume by 46%, 10,000 square meters of solar panels generating up to 1,876 MWh of solar power per year and saving up to 820 tons of CO2 annually, 100% renewable energy at Schaan, Naturns, and Bürs facilities.
• Reduced carbon footprint of Programat EP5010 press furnace through analysis and improved design principles.
• Increased global recycling rate by 4% in 2021.

Social Achievements

• Launched Ivoclar Joy aid program providing dental care to children in Cambodia, Ghana, and Peru.
• Offered flexible working hours, diverse working time models, and childcare support at multiple locations.
• Achieved 96% offer rate for permanent work contracts to trainees in 2021 and 2022.
• Won awards for best vocational training program and youth development.
• Implemented various health and well-being initiatives globally (e.g., Active Breaks, online yoga, vitamin packages, fitness center discounts, mental health support).

Governance Achievements

• Successfully maintained ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications at multiple locations.
• Annual occupational safety and health audit (ASA) with results above the Swiss average.
• Global employee survey with 81% response rate used to identify areas for improvement.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Reducing carbon emissions related to product lifecycle, especially raw material extraction and transportation.
• Reducing global water consumption.
• Optimizing waste management practices.
• Addressing challenges in Ghana related to water scarcity, unpredictable weather, and language barriers in Ivoclar Joy program.
• Limited access to medical care and poor oral hygiene in rural areas of Peru.

Mitigation Strategies

• Developed sustainable design principles for product development, focusing on reducing emissions-intensive materials.
• Implementing water-saving systems at Schaan headquarters.
• Developing innovative waste management system for new main building in Schaan.
• Providing training and support to local specialists in Ghana and Peru for Ivoclar Joy program.
• Collaborating with local partners and organizations to improve access to dental care in Peru.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Local4local initiative promoting collaboration with local suppliers.
• Focus on suppliers with certified environmental management systems.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Greenhouse Gas Protocol, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• SDG 3
• SDG 4
• SDG 8
• SDG 9
• SDG 13

Ivoclar's initiatives contribute to these goals through product development, employee well-being, community engagement, and environmental sustainability efforts.

Awards & Recognition

• German Packaging Award (Adhese Universal VivaPen packaging)
• ADF 2022 innovation prize ('Opération recyclage')