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Sign our Manifesto for the recognition of Sustainable Enterprises!
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To create systemic change, we advocate for a new policy framework that recognizes and incentivizes sustainable companies in Switzerland. Therefore we launched a Manifesto for the Recognition of Sustainable Enterprises. We call on all Swiss decision-makers to support our initiative and sign the manifesto.
Ricola Group AG
Ricola is a world-renowned manufacturer of innovative throat candies. The family business exports over 60 different herbal specialities to more than 45 countries in Europe, Asia and America. All products are manufactured in Switzerland. Ricola contributes to the well-being of consumers around the world with the best of Swiss herbs.
Other Commitments
Food & Beverage
Jahr der Aufnahme
2023
Region
Basel
Branche
Grösse
250-999
Unternehmensziele
Goal 1
Core business
By 2030, we source 80 % of our raw materials according to our sustainable agricultural principles*.
* Our sustainable agricultural practices refer to a set of requirements in 4 pillars: Biodiversity measures, soil health, renewable energy and additional measures on farm and field.
Goal 2
Supply chain
By 2025, we ensure that 100 % of our suppliers from risk countries comply with the Core Labour Standards according to the ILO*.
* Criteria and verification carried out by external specialized organizations (Sedex, BSCI or equivalent). Also see on our homepage.
Goal 3
Internal operations
By 2030, we ensure that 90 % of our packaging material comes from recycled, renewable or more sustainable sources, compared to 84 % in 2021*.
* More sustainable sources meaning sustainably certified such as the FSC label or equivalent. Including primary and secondary packaging.
Umfang der Ziele
Scope of Pledges:
Ricola Group AG operates in various markets worldwide in over 40 countries, with clear operational and commercial boundaries. In Switzerland, the company is represented by Ricola AG. The pledges taken within the STI framework relate to the sustainability policy of Ricola Group AG. The latter is therefore accountable for their implementation within its scope of activity. Where these commitments directly reinforce the Group's sustainability strategy, a special mention is added in the wording.
Hinweis: Bis 2025 bezeichnet systematisch das Ende des Jahres, das heisst: Bis zum Ende des Jahres 2025 (ausser anders definiert,
z. B. Geschäftsjahr)