Henkel Unveils New 2030 Climate, Circularity, Supply Chain Sustainability Targets
Global consumer brands and industrial products company Henkel announced a broad set of new sustainability targets, aimed at accelerating progress on climate action, circular economy, employee equity and supply chain standards through 2030.
The company said the updated mid-term goals reflect a strategic push to scale impact across its operations and value chain.
Henkel CEO Carsten Knobel said:
“In today’s challenging and volatile environment, it is more important than ever to take a clear and consistent stance in shaping a sustainable future. In line with our purposeful growth agenda, we are now taking the next step with new and ambitious, yet tangible sustainability goals. We are focusing on three key priorities where we believe we can make a meaningful impact and further drive sustainable value.”
The new 2030 climate goals will support Henkel’s current SBTi-validated target to achieve net zero emissions by 2045. The new climate targets include goals to achieve a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030. Henkel said that it aims to significantly reduce emissions across its value chain by improving energy efficiency and expanding the use of renewable energy and more sustainable fuels.
The company reported that it has reduced combined Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions by 29% as of 2025 compared to 2021 levels, while achieving carbon-neutral production at 37 sites globally. The company added that renewable electricity now accounts for 97% of its global energy use.
Alongside its climate efforts, Henkel said it is advancing circular economy initiatives, targeting at least 35% recycled content in consumer goods packaging by 2030, up from 28% currently, and aiming for 100% of packaging to be designed for recycling, with 88% achieved to date.
In the workplace, Henkel reaffirmed its commitment to equal opportunities, inclusion and fair pay. The company aims to achieve global gender balance in management by 2030, with each gender represented at more than 45% across all management levels. As of the end of 2025, the share of women in management exceeded 43%. Henkel also targets global pay equity by 2030, subject to compliance with local laws and requirements.
The company said that it is intensifying collaboration with suppliers to raise sustainability standards across its supply chain. Henkel systematically evaluates business partners’ performance in safety, health, environmental protection, social standards and fair business practices, with a target for 85% of suppliers to meet its sustainability criteria by 2030.
Sylvie Nicol, Executive Vice President Human Resources, Infrastructure and Sustainability at Henkel, said:
“The new targets reflect a strategic decision to accelerate impact across our entire value chain, providing a clear and actionable framework to embed sustainability into everyday decisions across the business. Creating a lasting and holistic impact takes courage and a shared commitment – across all teams, markets and sites worldwide.”