Driving environmental responsibility

Orkla’s environmental goals demonstrate its dedication to reducing its ecological footprint. The company is on track to achieve over 60% renewable energy usage in its operations while targeting a 65% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from its own operations by 2025, rising to 70% by 2030. These efforts extend across the value chain, where Orkla aims for a 30% reduction in emissions and energy and water consumption by 2030, all benchmarked against its 2014 levels. Food waste reduction is a priority, with the company targeting a 50% decrease from 2014 levels.

Sustainable sourcing and packaging innovation

Sustainable sourcing lies at the core of Orkla's operations, ensuring that all raw materials are ethically produced with a focus on workers' rights and verified sustainable production. The company has set an ambitious target for 100% recyclable packaging, with 75% made from recycled materials and 50% of plastic packaging derived from recycled or renewable sources.

Promoting health and well-being

Orkla is committed to promoting healthier lifestyles through product innovation. The company has reduced salt and sugar content in its products by 15% since 2015 and is working to double the consumption of products that contribute to health and wellness. These efforts align with its vision to improve public health while maintaining high standards of product quality and safety.

Fostering social responsibility

Gender equality and workplace safety are integral to Orkla’s social sustainability agenda. The company is striving to achieve gender parity, with women in 50% of leadership roles at all levels. It also emphasizes creating injury-free workplaces and maintaining 100% compliance with its human rights policy, ensuring ethical and safe business practices.

Engaging communities and driving innovation

Local engagement plays a crucial role in Orkla’s sustainability strategy. By fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and aligning its practices with community interests, Orkla ensures that its business contributes positively to societal development. The company is also driving innovation through circular business models, including refillable products and waste reduction strategies, to further minimize its environmental impact.

Together for a sustainable future

Through its collaboration with The Baltic Sustainability Forum organizers and partners, Orkla contributes to building a platform that drives knowledge sharing and sustainable innovation. By showcasing its leadership in renewable energy, sustainable sourcing, and community engagement, the company provides valuable insights into creating a more sustainable future. Together, these efforts strengthen the collective mission to promote responsible business practices and foster meaningful progress across industries.