Walking The Talk –
The Path to a Sustainable Future
At Kimberly-Clark we take sustainability seriously. Not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it also makes good business sense. We’re continuously looking at reinventing the way we operate to make a positive impact on the world.2009 Achievements
Essential Resources
- Our global gaol is zero landfill. In 2009, 97.5% of KCA’s waste generated was either recycled or reused, reducing landfill to half that of 2003.
- Between 2003 and 2009 we’ve reduced our water usage by 3,300 megalitres – that’s the equivalent of 1,320 Olympic swimming pools.
- Our global policy is for all fibre sources to be accredited to recognised forest management schemes.
- The steam produced at our Tantanoola Mill provided 28% of Tantanoola and Millicent Mills energy needs - 36% of our total energy use in Australia.
Essential Community
- Kimberly-Clark Corporation contributes up to 1.25% net profit each year for community organisation donations.
- Locally, we contributed over $1M to community investments, including 844 hours of employee volunteering.
- Over the past 3 years our employees tripled their fundraising efforts for CMRI’s Jeans for Genes Day®.
Essential Safety
- Safety is at the core of our business from our Senior Leadership Team to the front end of our manufacturing operations.
- In 2009 Albury Mill celebrated 10 years with a Lost Time Injury.
Essential Brands
Kimberly-Clark Professional*-
In 2009 KCP launched its ‘Reduce Today, respect Tomorrow’ campaign to help educate customers about our environmental principles.
Download this Flyer - We strive to reduce environmental impact at every stage of a product’s lifecycle, from design and raw materials sourcing and use, right through to final disposal.
- Our New MicroCool* Surgical Gowns are 18% lighter reducing the weight of fabric entering the waste stream post-use, yet maintaining superior protective performance.
- HUGGIES® Nappies supported Jeans for Genes Day® be releasing limited edition Denim Designs.
- A Pink Ribbon version of VIVA® Paper Towels was produced in support of the national Breast Cancer Foundation.
- KLEENEX COTTONELLE® continues its support of Guide Dogs Australia on-pack and advertising.
We’re looking forward to achieving even more in 2010.
