HUNT VALLEY, Md., Sept. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- McCormick
& Company, Incorporated (NYSE:MKC), a global leader in flavor,
announced that it has officially been named a Global Compact LEAD
company by the United Nations for its ongoing commitment to the UN
Global Compact and its Ten Principles for responsible business.
McCormick is one of a small group of companies in the world and the
only U.S. headquartered food producer included on this prestigious
list.
Sanda Ojiambo, CEO and Executive
Director of the UN Global Compact, said, "LEAD companies represent
the highest level of engagement with the UN Global Compact. More
than ever before, the world needs businesses of all sizes — like
the ones announced as LEAD today — that continuously work to
improve their sustainability performance and take action to build a
better world."
"McCormick is truly honored to be named a Global Compact LEAD
company and we understand the role we play in improving the lives
of people, communities and the planet we all share. Sustainability
is at the heart of our Purpose-Led Performance agenda and as a
leader in this space, we are committed to the United Nations Global
Compact Ten Principles. McCormick is focused on reducing our impact
on the planet through driving clean revenue, adopting renewable
energy, achieving 100% circular packaging and improving the
livelihoods of the farmers that grow our iconic ingredients," said
Lawrence E. Kurzius, Chairman,
President and CEO of McCormick & Company.
To be eligible for LEAD, a company must:
- Be a participant in at least two UN Global Compact Action
Platforms to demonstrate its engagement with the UN Global Compact
and commitment to defining and fostering leadership practices in
line with the Ten Principles and the Global Goals.
- Submit or commit to submitting an Advanced Communication on
Progress — an annual sustainability report detailing progress on
implementing the Ten Principles.
McCormick has demonstrated its commitment to the UN Global
Compact this year through Action Platforms on Climate Ambition and
Decent Work in the Global Supply Chain. Each UN Global Compact
Action Platform convenes business, Global Compact Local Networks,
leading experts, civil society, Governments and UN partners to
solve complex and interconnected issues and innovate around the
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. McCormick's Letter of
Commitment and other related information is available in its
Participant profile on the UN Global Compact website McCormick
& Company | UN Global Compact.
Since joining the UN Global Compact, McCormick has been proud to
be part of a global movement of sustainable companies and
stakeholders. By adopting a principles-based approach to
sustainability, McCormick is taking shared responsibility for
building a better world.
About McCormick
McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in
flavor. As a Fortune 500 company with over $5 billion in annual sales across 160 countries
and territories, we manufacture, market and distribute spices,
seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products to the
entire food industry including e-commerce channels, grocery, food
manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands
include McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY,
Lawry's, Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahiné, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis,
DaQiao, Club House, Aeroplane and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no
matter where or what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored
by McCormick.
Founded in 1889 and headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland USA, McCormick is guided
by our principles and committed to our Purpose – To Stand Together
for the Future of Flavor. McCormick envisions A World United by
Flavor where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand. To
learn more, visit www.mccormickcorporation.com or follow McCormick
& Company on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
For information contact:
Corporate Communications:
Lori Robinson
lori_robinson@mccormick.com
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