Facing last year’s challenges was difficult, but doing so has only strengthened our resolve. Just as the COVID-19 pandemic began to ease, supply chain disruptions worsened, inflation surged and energy shortages took hold. The invasion of Ukraine and its knock-on effects were also felt around the world. Every business, community and household faced tough choices in navigating our turbulent world.

BYD, short for Build Your Dreams, is a prominent Chinese company and a leader in the fields of electric vehicles and renewable energy solutions. Known for its innovative approach in battery technology and sustainable transport solutions, BYD is at the forefront of the global shift towards green energy.

Nike, the global sportswear giant, has been progressively working on sustainability initiatives in its operations and product development. The company is committed to reducing its environmental impact by focusing on sustainable materials, such as recycled polyester and organic cotton, in their clothing and footwear lines. Nike has set ambitious goals to minimize waste and carbon emissions in its supply chain, aiming for carbon neutrality and zero waste. Additionally, they’ve launched programs like “Move to Zero,” emphasizing sustainable innovation and encouraging consumer awareness about sustainability in the apparel and footwear industry.

The environmental challenges we face today are significant, and we are responding with urgency and dedication. We approach our work by focusing on fundamental questions. What matters most? And where can we make the greatest impact? These questions guide our work across our strategic pillars of climate change, resources, and smarter chemistry — and inform our goals in how we can best achieve change. We know we’re not alone in working to reduce our environmental footprint. So we’re engaging with others to support our efforts and find opportunities to lift local communities along the way.

Clear and transparent reporting is vital for creating accountability and monitoring our performance. We continue to integrate our financial and sustainability reporting while increasing levels of disclosure across a range of channels, to meet the diverse needs of our different stakeholders and external reporting requirements. We’re committed to openly sharing our progress based on the best available data, and to improving our level of disclosure each year.

The Corporate Social Responsibility Report 2021 shows photos of the production of our first sustainable eyewear collection. This limited collection consists of 10 models and combines modern recycling with fashionable design. Our eyewear is produced using recycled acetate, which we source from a specialised supplier certified according to DIN 14040. This limited collection has been available in selected stores since spring 2022, and is also available on our online shop.

Welcome to the Audi Report 2022, the combined annual and sustainability report of AUDI AG. This Report consolidates the financial perspective as well as Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) topics.

The past financial year has seen IKEA navigate numerous challenges on the journey towards 2030 commitments. Nonetheless, in these times, it is more important than ever to stay committed to our sustainability strategy – it’s critical for our business and an important part of fulfilling our vision.

– We advance transformation on the basis of four strategic priorities – Sustainability is an integral part of our business: We apply our technologies and solutions to advance growth toward a sustainable future – Clear action fields and ambitions along our DEGREE framework

BYD, short for Build Your Dreams, is a prominent Chinese company and a leader in the fields of electric vehicles and renewable energy solutions. Known for its innovative approach in battery technology and sustainable transport solutions, BYD is at the forefront of the global shift towards green energy.

Nike, Inc. is an athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment company headquartered near Beaverton, Oregon, founded in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports and renamed Nike in 1971. It is the world’s largest supplier of athletic shoes and apparel. Its impact strategy spans people, planet, and play, including emissions reduction, waste diversion, and community investment.

Die Henkel AG ist ein multinationales Unternehmen mit Hauptsitz in Deutschland, das für seine führende Rolle bei Verbraucher- und Industrieprodukten bekannt ist, insbesondere in den Bereichen Klebstoffe, Schönheitspflege sowie Wasch- und Reinigungsmittel. Henkels Engagement für Nachhaltigkeit und Innovation hat das Unternehmen zu einem wichtigen Akteur auf dem nationalen und globalen Markt gemacht.

Die Henkel AG ist ein multinationales Unternehmen mit Hauptsitz in Deutschland, das für seine führende Rolle bei Verbraucher- und Industrieprodukten bekannt ist, insbesondere in den Bereichen Klebstoffe, Schönheitspflege sowie Wasch- und Reinigungsmittel. Henkels Engagement für Nachhaltigkeit und Innovation hat das Unternehmen zu einem wichtigen Akteur auf dem nationalen und globalen Markt gemacht.