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Sustainability & Social Impact has become a core principle at CPIL-one that we nurture every day. It is woven into our way of working, much like the small, consistent actions that bring positive impact and a smile along the way.
We accelerated our focus on science-driven goals, achieving measurable progress that positively impacts both people and the planet during the reporting year. We also sharpened our focus on driving meaningful change while staying true to our purpose of advancing long-term sustainability.
Guided by our Global 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy, we positioned ourselves to address challenges and seize opportunities that deliver Environmental & Social benefits.
To further embed sustainability into our business model, we relied on a strong framework that drives responsible growth.
Our sustainability ambition goes beyond compliance to drive performance and deliver tangible business outcomes. A key milestone in this journey has been the attainment of Net Zero water status at three of our manufacturing plants. This accomplishment not only enhances our operational efficiency and resilience but also conserves a vital natural resource. By reducing our dependence on freshwater sources, we have lowered operational costs and mitigated risks associated with water scarcity—contributing positively to both environmental stewardship and our bottom line.
Together with our environmental efforts, our social initiatives continue to drive meaningful impact in communities across the country.
In FY25, Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® (BSBF) continued to promote oral hygiene awareness and education in school and in communities in multiple states, nationwide. These efforts are underpinned by a strong governance framework that ensures transparency, ethical conduct, and accountability across every level of our organization.
Through our “Organize, Optimize, and Outperform” approach, we ensure that every initiative contributes to a future that is both sustainable and inclusive. This holistic approach is playing a significant and transformative role in the organization's sustainability journey.
We further strengthened sustainability efforts to leave a long-lasting impression across key areas, including Environment, Social, Governance, Employees, Sustainable Sourcing, and Product Performance.
Structuring Sustainability for Impact
We have structured our Sustainability & Social Impact efforts across six key domains to achieve SMILE Based Targets, ensuring clear goals, a solid framework, and robust governance for accountability.
Driving Efficiency and Impact
By tracking key performance metrics and fostering continuous innovation, we streamline resource use, reduce our environmental impact, and enhance the effectiveness of our sustainability programs.
Creating Lasting Value
We push beyond past achievements by setting new industry benchmarks, pioneering solutions, and consistently delivering value to stakeholders.
By organizing our efforts, optimizing resources, and outperforming expectations, we aim to create lasting value for all stakeholders. Our goal is to build a better, more sustainable future for generations to come.
Reimagining a healthier future for both people and the planet is CPIL's core mission. Central to our framework is the 'Global 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy,' which guarantees a holistic and inclusive focus on both Environmental and Social dimensions.
By leveraging innovation, digital solutions, and advanced technologies, we aim to drive meaningful change that benefits both the environment and society.
In addition, our robust governance practices and proactive stakeholder engagement are integral to this framework, ensuring they are deeply embedded in our day-to-day business operations..
More information about Global 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy can be found later in this section.
Our foremost priority is fostering a resilient organizational culture that proactively addresses sustainability considerations. At the core of our approach is a diverse and independent Board of Directors, equipped with expertise in ESG matters relevant to our operations.
Engaging with internal and external stakeholders on sustainability is crucial to shaping Colgate's strategy. We conducted a materiality assessment in line with GRI standards in FY 2021-22. This assessment incorporated insights from stakeholders, including investor surveys, scientific research, industry reports, consumer data, and feedback from employees and suppliers. This inclusive approach helps prioritize key sustainability issues effectively.
In FY 2024-25, we reviewed and revalidated our materiality assessment to align with the GRI 2021 standards, following a five-step approach to identify both positive and negative impacts across our operations, environment, and stakeholders. The findings are shared in this report, with actions taken on each issue. We will continue to update this assessment as needed.
The five-step systematic approach has helped us prioritize key topics influencing CPIL strategy and define the scope of our Sustainability & Social Impact report. Business Ethics, Governance, and Transparency remain top priorities across all three ESG pillars.
By actively engaging with stakeholders, we gain valuable insights, identify emerging issues, and mitigate potential risks. We have a four-step approach to ensure stakeholder inclusiveness. This approach helps us create the Materiality Matrix, providing a holistic view of what is important to us and our stakeholders.
CPIL engages a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to inform them about our sustainability strategy and targets. Below is an overview of our key stakeholder groups and how we engage with them on sustainability matters.
The governance and monitoring framework, stakeholder management and materiality assessment are essential to how we determine and drive our Sustainability & Social Impact strategy.
We are committed to helping to ensure the wellbeing of all people, building an equi e and With the Colgate brand in more homes than any other brand in the world, we are presented with great opportunities and new challenges as we work to integrate sustainability into our business and create positive social impact.
We are determined to position ourselves for further growth as we act on our 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy, based on our three key ambitions.
These ambitions are the SMILE in CPIL's SMILE Based Targets. They are supported by specific actions and targets, based on the calendar year, ending December 31, 2025, and reflect our unwavering dedication to embedding environmental and social considerations into our decision-making processes.
