Henkel Joins Pledge to Achieve Net-Zero Annual Carbon Emissions
ROCKY HILL, CT – Henkel is reinforcing its commitment to climate protection by joining The Climate Pledge, an international cross-industry commitment co-founded by Amazon and Global Optimism. As a signatory, Henkel commits to achieve net-zero annual carbon emissions 10 years ahead of the 2050 target set by the UN Paris Agreement, an ambition in line with the company’s long-term target to become a climate-positive company by 2040.
"Climate change is a global challenge, which requires our collective action. At Henkel, we want to make a positive contribution to protecting the climate. Based on our achievements to date and in line with our ambitions for the coming years, we are very pleased to join and support the Climate Pledge," said Henkel CEO Carsten Knobel. “Together with Amazon, Global Optimism and the other signatories, we are fully committed to drive tangible progress and jointly take action to limit global warming.”