Newell Brands is a global consumer goods company with over 50 iconic brands and nearly 24,000 talented employees around the world and we are united in our aspiration to delight consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Over the past few years, we have taken the necessary steps to solidify our positioning and build a company that supports our brands in impacting our consumers' lives and provides an environment where our employees can have ownership and accountability with their careers. Our measurable progress enhances our confidence that we are taking the right actions to strengthen the organization, improve financial performance, and create value for our stakeholders.
Ethics & Compliance
At Newell Brands, at every level of the company, we’re committed to acting with integrity, treating each other with dignity and respect, adhering to the highest ethical standards and operating in full compliance with the law. As we work together to drive value for our stakeholders, we recognize that how we achieve our results is as important as the results themselves.
2024 Highlights
- Achieved 100% completion of our annual Code of Conduct training among our full-time, salaried, professional and clerical employees
Products
As we make meaningful improvements to our front-end commercial capabilities, including consumer and shopper understanding and the innovation process, we remain focused on delivering quality products that delight consumers by lighting up everyday moments.
2024 Highlights
- 93% of plastic packaging by weight was EPS-free
- 86% of plastic packaging by weight was PVC-free
- 84% of all product packaging is now paper-based for all Newell products
Responsible Sourcing & Social Compliance
As a global leader in consumer goods, we recognize our responsibility to ensure that our products are produced in a manner that aligns with our values and ethical standards. Through our robust responsible sourcing program, we can meet the expectations of our customers and consumers and demonstrate our commitment to corporate social responsibility.
Operations
Our global Supply Chain exemplifies the strength of our collective efforts, demonstrating our dedication to the health and safety of our employees and achieving operational excellence through efficiency and productivity. Through our sustainability work, we seek ways to minimize environmental impact, reduce operational costs, exceed consumer and customer expectations, and deliver business value to our stakeholders.
2024 Highlights
- 37% cumulative reduction in Scope 1 and 2 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions at our global manufacturing sites
- 14.3% of our global manufacturing sites’ electricity has been shifted to renewable energy
- .50 Global Recordable Incident Rate achieved, reflecting a world-class safety record
People
Our people bring our business strategy to life. Guided by our shared values, we foster innovation, high performance, and inclusion. We ensure our workforce can deliver by attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent to drive business success.
Communities
As a global enterprise, our focus on philanthropy underscores our dedication to our consumers. By supporting organizations that align with our businesses and values, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the communities in which we live and operate.
2024 Highlights
- We have donated $50M of product since 2019.
- We have invested $1M in our communities through our Local Impact Grant Program since 2019.
Disclosure Index
We aim to map our reporting to specific metrics established by key reporting frameworks, such as the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI).