In 2015, the United Nations adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are aimed at all countries and organizations across the globe. We too play an active role in achieving these goals.
Our efforts
Under our Corporate Responsibility (CR) strategy, we are already working to solve key challenges through efforts in the spheres of health, environment, and culture and education. We especially support SDG 3 (Good Health & Well-Being), SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 7 (Affordable & Clean Energy). To achieve these goals, we join strategic partnerships (SDG 17) that allow us to work hand in hand with other companies, non-governmental organizations and governments.
SDG 3: Good health and well-being
“Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.”
Across the globe, approximately 400 million people lack access to effective and affordable medical care, a situation we intend to rectify through our Access to Health strategy. Recognizing that we can’t solve these challenges alone, we have joined forces with strong partners to work towards a solution.
Examples of our activities:
- Global awareness campaigns
- Eliminating schistosomiasis
- Efficient supply chains for better access to health
- SDG 17: Partnerships to improve healthcare
SDG 4: Quality education
“Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.”
The sciences in particular play a key role in the development of pioneering solutions. A well-educated and well-trained workforce is also essential to our future as a science and technology company, which is why we are working to ignite a passion for science in the next generation. To this end, we conduct a number of education projects across our sites worldwide, going to great lengths to provide underprivileged students with access to education.
Examples of our activities:
- Global scholarship programs
- Support for education at our Darmstadt site and at our facilities worldwide
- SDG 17: Partner in “Afrika kommt!”, a GIZ managerial program
SDG 5: Gender equality
“Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.”
- Promoting women's health and economic participation in developing countries
- Attractive working conditions for parents
SDG 6: Clean water and sanitation
“Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.”
SDG 7: Affordable and clean energy
“Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.”
Our materials create ultra-efficient solar cells that can be used in innovative applications. Moreover, our products help customers save energy. For instance, state-of-the-art liquid crystals and OLED technology from our Performance Materials business sector make displays more energy-efficient. You can find more information under Sustainable products.
Examples of our activities:
- Liquid crystals in windows save energy
- Energy-efficient products
- Materials for innovative photovoltaic technology
SDG 8: Decent work and economic growth
“Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all.”
- Respect for human rights and compliance with ILO core labor standards
- Social standards in our supply chain
SDG 11: Sustainable cities and communities
“Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.”
SDG 12: Responsible consumption and production
“Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.”
SDG 13: Climate action
“Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.”
SDG 17: Partnerships for the goals
“Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.”
- Partnerships to improve healthcare
- Partner in “Afrika kommt!”, a GIZ managerial program