Sure, as part of Unilever, is committed to reducing its climate impact by transitioning to 100% renewable energy, transforming transportation logistics to lower emissions, and halving the greenhouse gas impact of its products by 2030. We also aim for carbon-positive manufacturing by 2030.
Our Commitment to Climate Action: Sure's Sustainable Future
Addressing the global climate emergency requires urgent and collective action. Scientific consensus highlights the critical need to limit global warming to 1.5⁰C above pre-industrial levels to mitigate the most severe impacts on communities and ecosystems worldwide. At Sure, we are dedicated to pioneering effective solutions.
As a proud member of the Unilever family, Sure is actively implementing strategies to significantly reduce our environmental footprint. Our comprehensive approach includes transitioning to renewable energy sources, innovating our transportation logistics, and diligently working to reduce our overall carbon footprint. Let's explore the key initiatives driving our progress towards a more sustainable planet.
Key Commitments for a Greener Planet
- Renewable Energy Leadership: Sure's in-house deodorant factories, along with all Unilever operations globally, utilize 100% renewable grid electricity, actively supporting the generation of clean energy.
- Sustainable Transportation: We are transforming our distribution networks to reduce CO2 emissions, optimizing routes, and exploring eco-efficient vehicles to deliver products more sustainably.
- Carbon Footprint Reduction: Sure is committed to halving the greenhouse gas impact of our products by 2030 and achieving carbon positive manufacturing through improved energy efficiency and clean technologies.
- Innovative Packaging Solutions: We are pioneering initiatives like recycled aluminium in aerosols, developing reusable concepts, and using recycled plastic (PCR) to minimize plastic waste and enhance recyclability.
- Collective Impact: Beyond our operations, Sure influences wider change by collaborating with partners, suppliers, and governments to accelerate climate action and foster a low-carbon economy.
Move with Confidence: Your Sure Deodorant, Sustainably Produced
Innovating Transportation for a Lower Carbon Footprint
At Sure, we understand that our commitment to the planet extends beyond our factories. Unilever’s vast distribution network moves our products over 1.5 billion kilometres annually. Our ambition is to drastically reduce the carbon footprint associated with this journey, ensuring our products reach you through the most eco-efficient means possible.
We are actively transforming our transportation strategies to make a significant difference. By strategically increasing our distribution centres, we minimize travel distances. We collaborate closely with logistics partners to optimize routes and maximize truck capacity, ensuring more goods are transported with fewer journeys and less wasted space. For instance, in Europe, our optimized pallet designs are projected to reduce CO2 emissions from product transportation by 30% within a single year. Furthermore, we are investing in more efficient vehicles that utilize alternative, lower-carbon fuels, continually advancing our efforts to deliver products sustainably.
Minimizing Our Environmental Impact: Sure's Carbon Footprint Reduction
Sure is a proud supporter of Unilever’s ambitious environmental goals. Our collective aim is to halve the greenhouse gas impact of our products by 2030, encompassing every stage of the product lifecycle—from ingredients and raw materials to manufacturing, distribution, retail, packaging, consumer use, and disposal. We are also committed to achieving a 100% reduction in direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions from our own operations, aligning with our bold vision to become carbon positive in manufacturing by 2030.
Our efforts are making a tangible difference through enhanced energy efficiency, the adoption of clean new technologies, and a complete transition to renewable energy sources, all of which have significantly reduced our carbon footprint. Recognizing that a low-carbon economy requires collaborative action, we leverage our leadership position to inspire broader change, partnering with suppliers, governments, and industry peers to accelerate climate action.
We are also implementing diverse initiatives to reduce greenhouse gases from our product materials and packaging. This includes integrating recycled aluminium in our aerosols, exploring innovative technologies for material replacement, and developing reusable and refillable product concepts. Our ‘Less & Better Plastic’ program focuses on creating lightweight deodorant spray nozzles, incorporating recycled plastic (PCR) across our product lines, minimizing overall plastic usage, and designing packaging that is easier to recycle, contributing to more eco-friendly deodorants.
Driving Towards a Sustainable Tomorrow with Sure
At Sure, our journey towards a sustainable future is continuous and dynamic. We are relentlessly working to reduce our emissions, minimize waste, and accelerate progress towards a low-carbon planet. Our comprehensive climate change commitments, from renewable energy adoption to innovative packaging, reflect our dedication to environmental stewardship. We believe that by working together, we can achieve a healthier planet for everyone. Join us in making a positive impact.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sure's Climate Commitments
All Sure's in-house deodorant factories, along with all Unilever facilities globally, use 100% renewable grid electricity. We also support local renewable energy markets and generate our own power through on-site solar installations in 23 countries.
Sure is actively working to reduce the environmental impact of its products, including aerosols. We are introducing recycled aluminium in our aerosol packaging and developing lightweight spray nozzles. Our 'Less & Better Plastic' program also focuses on using recycled plastic and creating easier-to-recycle packaging for all our products.
Sure is optimizing its distribution network by increasing distribution centres to reduce travel distances. We partner with logistics providers to plan smarter routes, maximize truck fill rates, and are exploring more efficient vehicles that use alternative, lower-carbon fuels.
Through our 'Less & Better Plastic' program, Sure is committed to reducing plastic use, introducing recycled plastic (PCR) across products, developing reusable and refillable concepts, and designing packaging that is easier to recycle.
Sure aims to halve the greenhouse gas impact of its products by 2030 across the entire lifecycle. Additionally, we are determined to achieve a 100% reduction in direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions from our own operations, striving for carbon-positive manufacturing by 2030.
