McCormick Releases 2021 Purpose-led Performance Progress Report and Announces New Commitments to Address Climate Change
"I am extremely proud of our progress over the past two years. I'd like to thank our 14,000 employees around the world for their focus and dedication to delivering against our PLP goals and driving our business, even during the global pandemic. As a leader in the food and flavor industry, we understand our unique role in driving transformational change. We also understand the urgent need to create a sustainable future for generations to come by addressing climate change." said
The newly released 2021 PLP report highlights significant progress on the following 2025 goals:
- Sustainably sourcing McCormick's five iconic ingredients (Vanilla, Red Pepper, Black Pepper, Cinnamon and Oregano)
- Reducing scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions from facilities around the world
- Improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers that grow the company's key iconic herbs and spices
- Supporting women's empowerment by reducing gender inequality in farming communities
- Increasing the representation of women globally and
U.S. ethnically diverse talent in leadership positions - Driving better health outcomes with increased public awareness of the health benefits of using herbs and spices
This 2021 PLP report also provides increased reporting against material ESG metrics including enhanced transparency regarding "Social" impact. The cornerstone of this effort includes McCormick's new Global Human Rights policy which ensures equitable and safe labor practices across the company's global supply chain. Additional information regarding McCormick's support for communities, charitable organizations, and social justice initiatives is also included.
The company announced new targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and water use, as well as improving recycled and solid waste recovery from its facilities. "McCormick's commitment to operating sustainably beyond 2025 is also a top priority. We are underway on our journey to achieving our 1.5°C greenhouse gas emission reduction by 2030 and Net Zero by 2050 targets." said
For more information, please visit the Purpose-led Performance section of our Corporate website or view the 2021 PLP Report.
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