Sustainability

Our Pathway to 2030: Driving Impact for a Better Future

At Spice Services, sustainability is embedded in our operations and supply chain. We are committed to creating a better future by integrating environmental, social, and ethical practices into our business strategy. Our focus is on reducing emissions, promoting responsible sourcing and fostering DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) throughout our supply chains.

By 2030, we aim to significantly reduce our environmental footprint, support sustainable farming, enhance supply chain transparency, and drive positive social and economic impact. Through clear goals and measurable progress, we ensure accountability while contributing to the well-being of both people and the planet.

Spice Services - Our Pathway to 2030: Driving Impact for a Better Future
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The three core pillars of our 2030 Sustainability Strategy

  • Climate Action & Resource Conservation – Reducing emissions and promoting responsible resource management.

  • Equity & Growth in Supply Chains – Ensuring fair value distribution and sustainable livelihoods.
  • Responsible Business – Embedding ethical sourcing and transparency across our operations.

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The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Our sustainability ambitions and key targets are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to drive meaningful change in our supply chains by 2030:

Spice Services - Good Health and Well-being

Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment for employees and supply chain workers and promoting well-being initiatives.

Spice Services - Gender Equality

Increasing female representation in management to a minimum of 40% within our company and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion across our supply chain partnerships.

Spice Services - Decent Work and Economic Growth

Promoting ethical sourcing, ensuring fair wages for farmers and workers, and requiring 100% of suppliers to adhere to social audit standards (SMETA, ETI, or equivalent).

Enhancing supply chain transparency by mapping 70% of our sales volume down to the aggregation level and ensuring 80% of our packaging is fully recyclable.

Enhancing supply chain transparency by mapping 70% of our sales volume down to the aggregation level and ensuring 80% of our packaging is fully recyclable.

Spice Services - Responsible Consumption and Production

Enhancing supply chain transparency by mapping 70% of our sales volume down to the aggregation level and ensuring 80% of our packaging is fully recyclable.

Spice Services - Life on Land

Enhancing supply chain transparency by mapping 70% of our sales volume down to the aggregation level and ensuring 80% of our packaging is fully recyclable.

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Milestones in Our Sustainability Journey

Since 2017, we have taken an active approach to sustainability, making significant improvements.

Implemented our first Supplier Code of Conduct and conducted our first EcoVadis assessment.

Joined the Sustainable Spices Initiative (SSI) to be at the forefront of transforming the spice sector.

Earned our first EcoVadis rating, obtaining a Bronze Medal.

Established a comprehensive sustainability roadmap and achieved EcoVadis Silver.

Conducted our first Corporate Carbon Assessment, initiated emission reduction efforts, and achieved EcoVadis Gold.

Launched our own certification project in China, initiating the transition of our supply chains toward compliance with the Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA).

Expanded our certification efforts in China to cover key products products in our portfolio. Certification to trade under the Rainforest Alliance and Fairtrade schemes.

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Achievements

These achievements highlight our ongoing commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices.

Sustainable Spices Initiative Spice Services membership

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Ensuring Business Integrity & Transparency

Ethical sourcing and responsible business practices are key drivers of our operations. To uphold these values, we have established.

  • Supplier Code of Conduct – A mandatory commitment for all suppliers, ensuring compliance with ethical labor and environmental standards.

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  • Responsible Sourcing Policy – Guidelines for sustainable procurement, Quality requirements, supply chain and environmental responsibility.

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  • Report-a-Concern System – A confidential SpeakUp platform allowing employees and external stakeholders to report concerns safely and without fear of retaliation.

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  • Due Diligence & Risk Assessment – Since 2022, we are implementing due diligence process in our supply chains to ensure compliance with human rights, labor, and ethical sourcing principles.

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