Since its start in 1926, Jotun has been committed to protecting people, property, communities, and the environment.
Building upon extensive research and development and our GreenSteps programme, Jotun’s ambition is to innovate across the value chain to deliver more sustainable products and services of high quality, performance and durability.
As a responsible corporate citizen, we work to maintain a solid governance framework, build a strong corporate culture and contribute to better societies based on our core values: Loyalty, care, respect and boldness.
We see sustainability as an integral part of our business model and a long-term competitive advantage.
Jotun supports the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and focuses on four based on areas of our greatest impact.
We recognise that our business activities have both positive and negative impacts. Jotun wants to be transparent and ensure that the benefits of our presence and products positively contribute to each goal while minimising adverse effects.
- As a financially solid global player, Jotun ensures decent work conditions and remuneration - Our factories and facilities contribute to local economic development and promote job creation - We build a diversified workforce and provide our employees with a wide range of training opportunities
- Hazardous chemicals are handled properly and we reduce effluent discharge - We reduce, reuse, and recycle waste - Jotun focuses on efficient energy consumption and use of renewable energy where possible - Sustainable production and consumption across our factories and facilities is essential
- Jotun continuously reduces GHG emissions from our operations, customers and suppliers - We develop high-quality paints with long maintenance intervals, thus reducing the need to repaint - We document the environmental impact of our products across their lifecycle - Our carbon footprint is reported annually (scope 1 and 2, GHG Protocol)
- We advise customers of optimised coating solutions for their sailing pattern - We minimise the use of biocides and other harmful substances in our formulations - We Improve our antifoulants to reduce drag and thereby reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions - Our solutions reduce spread of invasive species by ensuring a clean hull - Jotun supports efforts by the IMO and other bodies to establish international laws which protect the oceans
*Own operations (Scope 1 and 2, Corporate Standard, Greenhouse Gas Protocol)
Jotun’s approach to sustainability is divided into three dimensions.
These focus on environmental, social and governance issues which reflect our sustainability priorities.
Jotun protects the environment and creates value by contributing to the customer’s sustainability ambitions and goals and reducing impacts from our operations.
We embrace responsibility for our employees and the societies where we operate. With a strong corporate culture and sound values, we create a safe, diverse and inclusive workplace where people can grow. In addition, Jotun strives to make a positive impact through community initiatives and collaboration.
Our governance framework defines how Jotun is directed, managed and controlled to ensure sound decision-making and responsible operations. From the top and down to every employee, we are guided by principles of openness, transparency and accountability.
Jotun supports international efforts, declarations and collaborations aimed at creating fair and healthy business environments. We work with Transparency International on campaigns against corruption and adhere to the United Nations Global Compacts (UNGC) to support a sustainable and inclusive global economy.
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