RECKITT every day in the decisions I take . We are always looking at better solutions to fulfill our purpose .”
As such , Valerie is energised by Reckitt ’ s sustainability initiatives which lie at the heart of both the company ’ s ethos and its global impact . To achieve these the company works closely with local communities to forge a brighter future . “ We are engaging together with our partners with 22 million people through programmes , partnerships and campaigns ,” she explains . “ Our objective is to have a lasting impact on people and communities , and also to deliver the UN ’ s Sustainable Development Goals in which we are engaged .”
These initiatives are also designed to reduce Reckitt ’ s own carbon footprint . “ We have
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60 Countries huge objectives and we are all working together on achieving them by 2030 ,” she says .
Reckitt has targeted reducing greenhouse gas ( GHG ) emissions in its operations by 65 % by 2030 , as well as using 100 % renewable energy and reducing its overall energy usage by 25 %. This should lead to a 50 % reduction in its product carbon footprint in the same timescale , with the ultimate goal of being carbon neutral by 2040 .
The company has partnered with the WWF to preserve and restore 2,100 kilometres of freshwater across two major river basins in the Amazon and Ganges . In addition , one of its brands , Air Wick , is also working with WWF to raise awareness of
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