IFF Reports 27.2M Metric Tons of CO2 Emissions Avoided via Sustainable Products
Event summary
- IFF's 2025 Do More Good Report highlights 27.2M metric tons of CO2 emissions avoided through sustainable products, 19.2x its own manufacturing emissions.
- 77% of new products launched between 2023-25 had a sustainability value proposition, per IFF's Innovation for Sustainability Assessment Tool.
- 70 natural ingredients certified For Life by ECOCERT, supporting conservation and improving farmer livelihoods.
- 21% reduction in total recordable incident rate year-over-year, with 100% of employees completing business ethics training.
The big picture
IFF's 2025 Do More Good Report underscores the strategic shift toward nature-based innovation in the flavors, fragrances, and food ingredients sector. The company's focus on sustainability aligns with broader industry trends toward ESG compliance and regulatory recognition, as evidenced by its inclusion in top global benchmarks like Dow Jones Best In Class Indices and EcoVadis Gold. IFF's ability to deliver differentiated performance while reducing environmental impact positions it as a leader in the transition to more sustainable business practices.
What we're watching
- Sustainability Scaling
- How IFF will sustain the pace of CO2 emissions reductions through its nature-based portfolio.
- Innovation Impact
- Whether the 77% sustainability value proposition in new products can be maintained amid competitive pressures.
- Supply Chain Resilience
- The pace at which IFF's targeted partnerships strengthen supply resilience and innovation at origin.