Sustainability

We are setting the standards for sustainable business practices. Our role is to be part of the solutions expected for tomorrow. We’ll continue to use our collective energy to achieve our purpose and to shape a sustainable future for our company and communities.

Sébastien Dossogne - Group CEO

Sustainability Vision

Our company's purpose, which emerged from our commitment to sustainability, is "we contribute to a better world". This is rooted in three key domains: social, environmental, and economic, often referred to as People, Planet, Prosperity.

To amplify the impact of our vision and foster a greater global change, we have taken a step further by aligning our goals with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These goals serve as a crucial call to action for all nations, both developed and developing, urging a collaborative global partnership to achieve them by 2030.

By integrating the SDGs into our vision, we strive to address pressing global challenges and create a positive and lasting impact on society and the environment. Our dedication to sustainability is deeply ingrained in our company's values, and we remain committed to realizing our vision of a better world for present and future generations.

Discover the 9 SDG's we have a direct impact on!

People

Safety First - We operate without accident through a well motivated, trained, educated and healthy workforce ==> in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) : Good Health and Well being (3), Decent work and Economic Growth (8) & Responsible Consumption and Production (12)

Local Relationship Management - We want to be recognized as a company operating in constructive dialogue with our stakeholders ==> in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) : Good Health and Well being (3)

Local Partnership - We partner with local organizations for the betterment of our communities ==> in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) : Quality Education (4) and Decent work and Economic Growth (8)

Planet

Optimisation of Resources - We optimize our consumption of natural resources (stone, water, fossil fuels) ==> in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) : Clean Water and Sanitation (6), Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure (9) & Responsible Consumption and Production (12)

Reduction of CO₂ Footprint - We reduce our CO2 footprint and that of our customers ==> in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) : Affordable and Clean Energy (7) & Climate Action (13)

Promote Biodiversity and Respect Environment - We create and preserve biodiversity and respect the environment ==> in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) : Responsible Consumption and Production (12) & Life on Land (15)

Prosperity

Preferred Supplier - We are the preferred supplier, with products and services bringing the best benefit for the customers and for Carmeuse ==> in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) : Decent Work and Economic Growth (8)

Growing the Business - We continue to grow the business through strategic investments and joint ventures, while continuing to emphasize Carmeuse values ==> in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) : Decent Work and Economic Growth (8) & Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure (9)

Circular Economy - We actively integrate the Circular Economy in our business model ==> in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) : Clean Water and Sanitation (6) & Responsible Consumption and Production (12)

Ecovadis

For Carmeuse, certifications and ratings are frameworks and recognitions at the international level that allow our company to have a long-term strategic vision as well as improve our organization, the quality of our services and the way in which we work.

Check our Ecovadis ratings