Since 2020, IES Ingredients has been publishing an annual CSR report for all its stakeholders. This document transparently presents the company's ability to create value for its clients, employees, suppliers and partners, territories and more globally for society and the planet.
The 2024 CSR report covering 2023 activities evaluates the deepening of the CSR approach of the Provence-based natural ingredients distributor.
Key highlights of the 2024 CSR report
This comprehensive report presents a structured vision of IES Ingredients' commitments and achievements in corporate social responsibility:
- 2026 objectives and commitments
- Achievements and performance indicators for 2023
- Consolidation of the risk management approach and issues with the materiality matrix
- Strengthened CSR monitoring with new performance indicators and their correspondence with the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)
A sustainability-focused strategy
Environmental and social challenges are intensifying every day. This is why we act concretely by improving our entire value chain to make it more sustainable, more renewable, more transparent and safer.
According to François-Patrick Sabater, President and CEO, the company pays particular attention to the distribution of ingredients with renewable carbon.
This approach notably encompasses:
- Natural ingredients for cosmetics and perfumery
- Ingredients compliant with ISO 16128 standards
- Ingredients from biotechnology
- Environmentally-friendly flavors
Key takeaway: IES Ingredients helps its clients formulate products with lower environmental impact through rigorous selection of sustainable ingredients in its catalog.
A consolidated CSR approach
The report highlights the consolidation of the risk management approach with a reinforced materiality matrix. This approach enables identification and prioritization of the most critical issues for the company and its stakeholders.
New performance indicators
2023 marks the introduction of new CSR performance indicators, enabling more precise monitoring of implemented actions. These indicators are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
This approach reflects IES Ingredients' commitment to strengthening its transparency and engagement with recognized industry certifications.
Towards a sustainable value chain
As a B2B distributor of natural ingredients specialized in perfumery, cosmetics and food flavors, IES Ingredients is committed to transforming its entire value chain.
The objective is to offer clients organic ingredients and solutions compliant with COSMOS and ECOCERT standards, thus contributing to the positive evolution of the sector.
This CSR report demonstrates the Provence-based company's ongoing commitment to sustainable development, with short, medium and long-term perspectives.
To discover the full range of actions and results, the complete report is available upon request from the IES Ingredients team.
IES Ingredients
15 June 2024
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