Symrise Pet Food: corporate responsibility in action

Driving Sustainable Change with Second Life

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Symrise Pet Food is committed to creating a positive environmental impact by supporting local communities and addressing the global plastic waste crisis. In partnership with Second Life, the company supports local plastic collectors and Second Life financially to actively collects, recycles, and reuses plastic waste to meet its compensation targets while engaging employees in meaningful sustainability initiatives.

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As part of the Taste, Nutrition & Health segment of the Symrise Group, Symrise Pet Food recognizes the urgent need to mitigate the impact of single-use plastics and microplastics—particularly in the Asia-Pacific region, which generates 60% of the world’s plastic waste. The company began its plastic footprint compensation journey in Thailand, where it achieved a significant milestone, with plans to expand similar efforts to other sites in the near future.

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Symrise Pet Food’s commitment extends beyond plastic compensation. The company aims to foster long-term behavioral change by cultivating a sustainability-focused mindset across its workforce. Through local CSR initiatives and immersive field visits, employees are given the opportunity to engage directly in environmental efforts, enhancing awareness and responsibility.

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In addition, Symrise Pet Food encourages its clients to transition from smaller to larger packaging formats to help reduce plastic waste generated through product delivery. While this transition requires time, it represents a practical and sustainable long-term solution to the plastic waste issue.

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Catalyzing Change: Partnering for a Sustainable Future

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Successful Compensation in Thailand

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Symrise Pet Food has successfully compensated its plastic footprint in partnership with Second Life for the past 3 years. This achievement highlights the company’s dedication to sustainability and serves as a strong foundation for future expansion of its environmental initiatives.

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Employee Engagement in Action

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As part of its corporate social responsibility strategy, Symrise Pet Food has implemented impactful employee engagement programs, including field visits and hands-on sustainability activities. These efforts not only raise environmental awareness but also foster a strong sense of ownership and accountability among employees regarding the company’s ecological impact.

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Key Takeaway

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Symrise Pet Food demonstrates that corporate responsibility can be a powerful catalyst for positive change. Through strategic partnerships, active plastic offset measures, and meaningful employee involvement, the company continues to make significant progress toward a more sustainable and responsible future.