All eyes on a brighter future

Never has the focus on sustainability been greater - or more needed. With the future of our planet - and its ability to avoid environmental disaster - under intense debate. never has it been more necessary for business to make its contribution to ensuring its survival.

tesa’s products bring together what belongs together, it states. “The same applies to our sustainability agenda, which is at the core of our business strategy.”

The climate crisis and other environmental problems are posing enormous challenges to both tesa and society as a whole, the company adds. "And time is running out. If we have any hope of changing the course of our future, many different players will need to contribute.

"And we, as a company, have to do our part, too. At tesa, we are convinced that sustainability is not simply a trend, but actually the most important topic of our time. It is for this reason that we have made 'sustainable growth' a core element of our corporate strategy."

Sustainability agenda

tesa points to how its sustainability agenda clearly defines “how to align our three pillars of Environment, Customers and Society”. Since 2020, this has applied to the whole company and serves as a benchmark for all of its strategic decisions – today, tomorrow and beyond.

From circular economy and climate-neutral business to promoting young talent: tesa’s sustainability agenda covers seven key areas. “These goals fall under the three overarching sustainability objectives we’ve implemented to strengthen our business – and we are committed to devoting more work here going forward. Currently, we already have ambitious goals in place and plan to integrate more in the future. As a signatory of the United Nations (UN) Global Compact, committed to adhering to its ten principles, our commitment also contributes towards the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN.

Ecological footprint

“We are continually reducing our ecological footprint along the entire product life cycle. By staying committed to our sustainability goals, we are contributing towards climate protection, circular economies and responsible use of resources. It is our responsibility to make products that are durable and safe. We are continuously increasing our range of sustainable products to help our customers reach their own sustainability goals.”