Level of ambition: STI Leader
Pledge 1
Pledge 2
Pledge 3
Pledge 4
Scope of pledges
Programme status. Each participant carries a programme status that reflects the overall progress of its commitments: Engaged (commitments taken, work starting), Shaper (concrete measures under way), Leader (ambitious commitments largely delivered), Champion (the highest level, all commitments achieved and renewed). This status evolves over time.
Pledge levels. Every pledge is classified by ambition level, from 1 to 3, shown as dots next to its thematic. Level 1: a first, foundational commitment. Level 2: a concrete, measurable action with a defined target and timeline. Level 3: the most ambitious commitment, structural and verified against recognised standards.
Progress. Each pledge shows its progress: In progress (work under way within the agreed timeline), Achieved (target reached and validated), Delayed (timeline extended). Alumni companies keep their last recorded pledges and levels.
Ricola is a world-renowned manufacturer of innovative throat candies. The family business exports over 60 different herbal specialities to more than 45 countries in Europe, Asia and America. All products are manufactured in Switzerland. Ricola contributes to the well-being of consumers around the world with the best of Swiss herbs.
| # | Pledge | Thematic · Level | Progress | SDGs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | By 2030, we source 80 % of our raw materials according to our sustainable agricultural principles, (compared with 1,1 % in 2021).*
* Our sustainable agricultural practices refer to a set of requirements in 4 pillars (to our sustainability report: Biodiversity measures, soil health, renewable energy and additional measures on farm and field. |
Human RightsLevel 2 | In progress | 12 · 15 · 13 |
| 2 | By 2025, we ensure that 100 % of our suppliers from risk countries comply with the Core Labour Standards according to the ILO.*
* Criteria and verification carried out by external specialized organizations (Sedex, BSCI or equivalent). Also see our homepage. |
Human RightsLevel 3 | In progress | 12 · 8 |
| 3 | By 2030, we ensure that 90 % of our packaging material comes from recycled, renewable or more sustainable sources, compared with 84 % in 2021.*
* More sustainable sources meaning sustainably certified such as the FSC label or equivalent. Including primary and secondary packaging. |
EnvironmentLevel 2 | In progress | 12 |
| 4 | By 2030, we reduce our absolute tCO2eq emissions by 42 % (Scope 1 & 2), compared with 2022, and reduce our tCO2eq emissions by 51,6 % (Scope 3) per CHF value added, in line with our validated Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) target in 2024.*
* The target boundary includes land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks.
See Ricola Group AG’s SBTi approved target. |
ClimateLevel 3 | In progress | 13 |
Level 1–3: ambition of each pledge (1 = foundational, 3 = most ambitious). The programme status (STI Engaged → Shaper → Leader → Champion) reflects overall progress. SDGs = UN Sustainable Development Goals. Full explanation on the online profile.
