Our Global Goals

OUR GLOBAL GOALS

Our goal is to reach net-zero carbon 5 years ahead of the Paris agreement, by 2045. We will cut directly controlled (Scope 1 and 2) CO₂ emissions in half (compared to our 2021 baseline), in less than ten years from now, when we celebrate Knauf's 100th birthday in 2032. By that time, we will also have reduced our water withdrawals by a fifth and ceased to produce any waste to disposal from our plants, quarries, and mines.
Beyond our targets, we are integrating sustainability into our culture, our operations, and our solutions. The Knauf family of businesses goes beyond providing construction materials. Our sustainable solutions live in homes and workplaces; the places people call 'home'.

1. We are a great employer for great people

Under this ambition we aspire to have:

Zero harm to our people, health and safety first, and no compromise on compliance.
A highly engaged workforce, with a high engagement score and recognition as a great employer.
Diversity of the local workforce, reflected in our hiring and people development. Global functions reflect our international presence.
Sustainable succession: Most of our leaders and key specialists on all levels developed from within.

Knauf also contributes to the health and wellbeing of society by supplying a range of products with various properties such as fire, water, sound, impact and mold resistance.

2. We enable our customers to capture the best value

Under this ambition we aspire to be the:

Easiest to do business with represented with a high Net Promoter Score in every business area.
Industry digitization leader which will assist in fostering partnerships and promoting transparency and collaboration across the supply chain.
Best innovation partner with 15% revenue from products introduced in the last 5 years.

Additionally, at Knauf, we work with customers to help contribute to more sustainable buildings.

3. We act with future generations in mind

Under this ambition we aspire to:

Reduce CO2 emissions from our production sites globally by 50% in 2032 and achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2045. By achieving this we will assist in creating more sustainable communities and do our part to address climate change. This will also benefit life on land and in water. On top of efficiency improvements, a key lever to achieving this will be the adoption of clean energy in our processes.
Have circular products and packaging without chemicals of concern. By decreasing waste to disposal, increasing recycled material in our products and prioritizing on circular packaging, we will be more responsible in our production processes and consumption of materials. By focusing on circularity, we will also contribute to more sustainable communities.
Secure a long-term supply of raw materials. By ensuring materials are consumed responsibly and that we have adequate supplies of materials for future generations, we aim to ensure our business can contribute to sustainable communities into the future.
Disaster risk reduction. Our passive fire protection systems are engineered to compartmentalize fires, preventing their spread and protecting both people and property. Similarly, our seismic-compliant solutions ensure that interior non-structural elements remain intact during an earthquake, keeping critical escape routes clear and minimizing damage. By focusing on these core safety standards, Knauf provides durable, long-lasting, and recyclable materials that support the creation of safe, sustainable, and high-performance buildings, helping to build a better future for communities worldwide.

Knauf also aims to reduce water withdrawals by 20% by 2032, further contributing to clean water availability.

4. We achieve superior performance

Under this ambition we aspire to:

Deliver top financial performance to maintain economic growth.

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