Our Sustainability
Journey
We take a strategic long-term approach to sustainability with many of our original goals remaining at the heart of our vision today.
Looking back to see our future
To further strengthen sustainability across our business, we established our 2030 Sustainability Strategy in 2020. The strategy provides focus and sets clear ambitions for how we integrate sustainability into the way we operate, innovate and grow.
Our sustainability journey reflects a continuous transformation – from aligning definitions and language around sustainability, to pioneering industry standards and launching more sustainable products. Driven by innovation, collaboration and integration, sustainability remains a core part of how we create long-term value. Below are some of the key milestones in our journey…
2025
- Science Based Target initiative approved near-term and net-zero targets.
- Recognized as one of Europe´s Climate Leaders 2025 by Financial Times.
- Reached 76% renewable energy across the Group, exceeding 2030 target of ≥ 70% five years ahead of schedule.
- Climate reporting assured for the first time.
2024
- Launch of Green Lights Strategy, integrating business and sustainability.
- Committed and submitted targets to the Science Based Targets initiative.
- Appointed our first Chief Sustainability Officer.
- Opened our FutureLab with state-of-the-art R&D capabilities.
2023
- Third-party verification of Beckers Sustainability Index (BSI).
- BSI relaunched.
- First commercial UV/EB coating brought to market.
- Started roll-out of Climate fresk trainings to customers and employees
2022
- Introduced Mental Health Programs.
- Initiated an allyship program to work toward our Diversity Equity and Inclusion goals.
- Established the Beckers Good practice Knowledge Hub.
2021
- 2030 Sustainability Strategy implementation with workshops and action plans for each site.
- Sustainability governance structural change with adding additional members to the global teams supporting our strategic pillars and Beckers Sustainability Council.
- Sustainability targets launched as part of our short-term incentive program (STIP).
- Introduction of a Community Engagement Commitment.
2020
- Launch of the 2030 Sustainability Strategy & Roadmap.
- Kick-off 2030 targets and KPIs.
2019
- Conducted stakeholder workshops.
- Finalized our first global employee survey.
2018
- Became a member of the UN Global Compact.
2017
- Supplier Code of Conduct created.
- EcoVadis Gold Rating.
2016
- Beckers Sustainability Index (BSI) first introduced.
- Code of Conduct e-learning rolled out.
2015
- Sustainability Roadmap 2022 launched.
- GRI G4 Reporting.
2014
- EcoVadis Silver rating.
- GRI materiality analysis.
- Established Beckers’ Loss Prevention Standard.
2013
- Established our Beckers Sustainability Committee (BSC).
- Coil coatings created with bio-resin.
2012
- First GRI Sustainability Report published.
- First Climate Report published.
- First Environmental KPI reporting system launched.
2011
- Hired our first Global Sustainability Manager.
2010
- Defined our “sustainable products”.
2009
- Started using the four system conditions and the Framework for Strategic Sustainable Development to help us define our boundary conditions.
People
We empower our people by fostering a safe, inclusive and engaging workplace where well-being, development and performance go hand in hand. Through strong culture, continuous learning and community engagement, we enable our employees to make a positive impact across our operations and beyond.
Products
We develop more sustainable coating solutions by integrating performance and sustainability across the full product life cycle – from raw materials and formulation to application, use and end-of-life. Our innovation focuses on reducing environmental impact while delivering value for customers and society.
Operations
We reduce our environmental footprint by continuously improving efficiency and lowering emissions across our operations and value chain. By working closely with suppliers and customers, we drive responsible practices and contribute to a more sustainable industry.
Business
We aim to be the global leader in Coil Coatings while driving innovation in strategic Industrial Coatings segments. Through a resilient business model, strong governance and responsible business conduct, we create long-term value for customers, shareholders and society.