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Summary

The report describes a transformation in the company's sustainability strategy

Report Highlights

Danisco A/S has released its 9th annual sustainability report. It is the beginning of a significant transformation of the company’s sustainability strategy setting ambitious strategies for the future.

The report entitled ‘Ingredients for Sustainability’ describes Danisco’s commitments to enabling solutions addressing the global sustainability challenges it faces. It has achieved an A+ Global Reporting Initiative application level and has been independently verified by Deloitte.

The report is available online at www.danisco.com/sustainability

The report also details performance against Danisco’s 2007 targets, summarising global initiatives in the people, planet and profit dimensions of its entire sphere of influence. New strategies have been developed to drive performance in sustainable sourcing, operational efficiency, social responsibility and sustainable innovation and product offerings. Achievements in 2009 include:

Reduction in energy consumption by 21% from 2007
Reduction in water consumption by 30% from 2007
Reduction in CO2 emissions by 15% from 2007
Increase in employee engagement to 4.29 with an external benchmark of 3.94
Decrease in lost time injury frequency by 28%
Development of a Life Cycle Assessment competency and focus including ambitious targets
Development of 2020 targets for energy, water, CO2 and renewable energy
Commitments to the furthering of sustainable palm and soya sourcing

In response to stakeholder feedback, Danisco has also addressed the pressing issues around how it will align its priorities to meet the challenges of a carbon-restrained world and continue to manage supply-chain risks.

The company will continue its focus on how global sustainability challenges can be transformed into viable business opportunities. By collaboratively applying its knowledge, innovation capabilities and core technologies to devise the best solutions, Danisco adds value for its stakeholders, customers and consumers.

Danisco A/S is a global leader in food ingredients, enzymes and bio-based solutions.
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