Our social and environmental concerns
Considering the wider impact of our actions is embedded in our values and is a fundamental part of who we are.
Our mission
We've always believed in the power of our brands to improve the quality of people’s lives and in doing the right thing. As our business grows, so do our responsibilities. We recognise that global challenges such as climate change concern us all. Considering the wider impact of our actions is embedded in our values and is a fundamental part of who we are.
Our deep roots in local cultures and markets around the world give us our strong relationship with consumers and are the foundation for our future growth. We will bring our wealth of knowledge and international expertise to the service of local consumers – a truly multi-local multinational.
Our long-term success requires a total commitment to exceptional standards of performance and productivity, to working together effectively, and with a willingness to embrace new ideas and learn continuously.
To succeed also requires, we believe, the highest standards of corporate behaviour towards everyone we work with, the communities we touch, and the environment on which we have an impact.
This is our road to sustainable, profitable growth, creating long-term value for our shareholders, our people, and our business partners.
Biodegradability
All Unilever Australasia detergent products contain surfactants which are readily biodegradable.
Biodiversity
Biodiversity – the richness and variety of nature – is essential to the preservation of a healthy environment. Its decline reduces the pool of biological resources available to future generations.
Climate change
Increased atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases (GHGs), mainly carbon dioxide (CO2) from the burning of fossil fuels, are widely believed to be raising average global temperatures.
Unilever's position on genetically modified organisms (GMOs)
Unilever's position on genetically modified organisms (GMOs)
Australia: The Australian Packaging Covenant (APC)
Unilever Australia's continued commitment to the Australian Packaging Covenant, previously the NPC is another way we work towards the Unilever Sustainable Living Plan.
Ozone depletion
A layer of ozone in the upper atmosphere filters out ultraviolet radiation from the sun before it reaches the earth's surface, preventing serious harm to humans, animals and plants.
Packaging
Packaging is an integral part of product and the first point of direct contact with the brand for the consumer.
Renewable energy & biofuels
Renewable energy and biofuels.
Sustainable agricultural sourcing
With over two-thirds of our raw materials coming from agriculture (globally), we have a clear interest in how crops are grown and in securing future supplies.
Sustainable palm oil
We share your concerns about the expansion of palm oil production.
Water
Our products depend on water throughout their life cycle, from the production and processing of raw materials to their use by our consumers.
Using water from washing clothes to water the garden
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Waste & effluent
Waste materials from manufacturing represent a financial cost to a company and a burden on the environment because of the energy used in their production and the pollution caused in their disposal.
Developing alternative approaches to animal testing
We are at the forefront of research into novel non-animal approaches to replace animal testing for assessing consumer safety.
Antiperspirant safety
Antiperspirant safety - separate fact from fiction.
