Sustainability

Performance up. Footprint down. 
Our customers care for people and our planet – just like us. Consequently, they have introduced ambitious sustainability goals for themselves – just like us. They need a partner that can offer sustainable products while maintaining the highest performance. We are working hard to bring these solutions to market, and I am proud to see that with every introduction of a new ECO solution we are proving ourselves as the most reliable partner to our customers – helping them achieve their goals, as well as ours. 

Read more about how we plan to keep our performance high and our footprint low.  


Innovation up. Carbon emissions down.  
By driving innovation and embracing cutting-edge technologies, we are paving the way for a significant reduction in carbon emissions. Our roadmap to net zero emissions by 2050 encompasses a range of reduction measures that include switching our feedstock to more circular and renewable materials, switch to green energy, and process optimisations and investments in our sites to bring energy efficiency up and carbon emissions down.


Read more about our roadmap to net-zero emissions.  
Read more about how we use renewable resources as a raw material.  
Read more about how we measure the carbon footprints of our products.

 


Recycling up. Waste down.  
We are advancing circularity and reducing waste through our ECO portfolio of sustainable products. Through innovative recycling processes, we transform plastic waste into high-quality products, maximising the lifespan of our materials,. reducing the reliance on fossil-based materials and diverting waste from landfills.  

Read more about why styrenics are made for recycling.
Read more about why polystyrene is circular recyclability at its best.
Read more about building the best recycled ABS in the world. 


Product safety up. Worries down.  
Styrenics are safe. This fact applies to our conventional products as well as our ECO products. We continue to ensure the performance quality and safety of our entire portfolio because we're putting huge efforts into proofing every new feedstock – be it recycled or renewable – extremely diligently. With significant investments in our capabilities and a firm dedication to regulatory compliance, we make products that you can count on with confidence. Our commitment to sustainability includes a strong focus on recycling, which drives our efforts to create a circular economy and minimise waste. 

 


Safety culture up. Accidents down.  
We place utmost importance on safety and well-being of our workforce, our contractors as well as of those in the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace where safety is ingrained in our culture, fostering a sense of care and responsibility, with proactive measures to prevent accidents and ensure your well-being. 

Read our safety principles and our life-saving rules.


Process improvements up. Pollution down. 
We are committed to maximising resource efficiency and minimising waste. With the support of environmental management systems such ISO 14001 and our participation in the zero pellet loss programme, Operation Clean Sweep, we continuously strive to use water efficiently, reduce wastage, comply with increasingly stringent pollution limits, and protect our environment 

Read more on how we maximise resource efficiency and minimise waste. 

 

 


Collaborations up. Disruptions down. 
Underpinning a circular economy is a circular supply chain. Therefore, we collaborate with suppliers, waste collectors, sorters, and recycling companies, to ensure high-quality post-consumer waste for our recycled products. We want to be a trustworthy and responsible supplier to our customers and support them in becoming more sustainable. By enhancing our processes, investing in resilient infrastructure, and fostering these strategic partnerships along our entire value chain, we reduce the risk of disruptions and enhance our sustainability performance. We are committed to building a reliable value chain that minimises environmental impact and delivers long-term benefits to our stakeholders.

Read more about how we ensure environmental and social responsibility in our supply chain.
Read our Supplier Code of Conduct.


Empowerment up. Monotony down.  
At INEOS Styrolution, every employee holds real responsibility and power to make positive change. We are a progressive, forward-thinking and innovative business that continues to grow. And we seek talented people with the right blend of enthusiasm, determination and entrepreneurial thinking to join our teams. We have many dynamic and challenging jobs available: across regions, markets, products, and functions. From engineering, business development, R&D, sustainability, communications, sales and beyond, there is a wealth of exciting career possibilities to explore. 

Read more about engaging and developing our workforce. 

 


Respect up. Risks down.  
We are firmly committed to ensuring fair business practices and aim to uphold the highest standards of compliance. We prioritise open communication and fairness, fostering an inclusive environment where people are treated with dignity and respect. We have implemented robust systems and processes to promote transparency, integrity, and ethical conduct in all aspects of our operations. By adhering to stringent anti-corruption policies and regular training and awareness-raising, we actively mitigate the risks associated with unethical behaviour and corruption. 

Read our INEOS Styrolution Code of Conduct.
Read our INEOS Styrolution gift policy.


Engagement up. Exclusion down.  
We believe in the power of engagement to drive positive change in our local communities. We actively seek opportunities to connect with and understand the needs of the communities in which we operate, through educational programmes, skill development initiatives, or environmental conservation efforts. Through these initiatives, we provide individuals and groups with the tools, resources, and support they need to thrive.  

Read about our community involvement initiatives.