Sustainability
“Sylvania has always been committed to sustainability and the fundamentals which are now shaping our developing ESG strategy. We gauge sustainability as having a business for the long haul that all shareholders and stakeholders can benefit from in the long run.” Stuart Murray, chairman
We value the safety and health of all
Employees are at the heart of our Company and we place their safety and health above all else in everything we do.
UNSDG3
Good Health and Well-Being: ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
UNSDG5
Gender Equality: ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
UNSDG8
Decent work and economic growth: promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
We value the fundamental rights of people
We treat all people with dignity and respect.
UNSDG1
No Poverty: end poverty in all forms everywhere;
UNSDG2
Zero Hunger: end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture
UNSDG4
Quality Education: ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
We value honesty and integrity
We act honestly and show integrity by continuously striving towards “doing what we say we are going to do” and showing commitment towards our accountabilities of delivering high performance outcomes, thus projecting an image of professionalism and meeting the expectations of our colleagues, investors, business partners and social partners.
UNSDG9
Industry, innovation and infrastructure: build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialisation and foster innovation
UNSDG16
Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions: promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels
We respect the environment
We act in a manner that is sustainable and environmentally responsible, applying professional and innovative methods.
UNSDG13
Climate Action: take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
UNSDG15
Life on Land: protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss
UNSDG6
Clean Water and Sanitation: ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
UNSDG7
Affordable and Clean Energy: ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all
We value the culture, traditional rights and society in which we operate
Our actions will support the communities in which we work while honouring their heritage and traditions.
UNSDG4
Quality Education: ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
UNSDG17
Partnership for the Goals: strengthen the means of implementation and revitalise the Global partnership for sustainable development