Sustainability 2017

Since its foundation as a precious metals assayer in 1817, Johnson Matthey has continued to develop new technology, demonstrating its ability to maintain world leadership by adapting constantly to the ever-changing needs of its customers and society. It has evolved into a world leading specialty chemicals company and today, many of its products make a positive contribution to the environment and society as a whole.

Sustainability 2017 is Johnson Matthey’s long-term vision for sustainability. It sets the direction and our aspirations for what we want to achieve in the future. Throughout the company, we are committed to the principles of sustainable development and strive for outstanding resource efficiency and carbon neutrality.

Going forward, we aim to further develop and enhance sustainability as a core competence and key driver of competitiveness for our business. We aim to encourage our suppliers and customers to adopt the values of sustainability which we uphold and, for the benefit of our customers, we aim to apply our expertise to the development of a new generation of sustainable products and services.

Sustainability is one of today’s major challenges for society and for business. It is a complex area but is the right thing for responsible businesses to pursue. If we are successful in realizing our Sustainability 2017 Vision, the best accolade we will have is that Johnson Matthey is in excellent shape to begin its third century as a leader, an innovator and a contributor to society in everything we do.