Group Member –

1. Deshmukh Swapnil Anil 5. Dokhale Prashant Sahebrao

2. Dhikale Dhanisha Sahebrao 6. Gaikwad Niraj Hitendra
3. Dhikale Shubhashree Vasant 7. Gawale Divya Nitin
4. Dhopavkar Apurva Bhushan 8. Ghodke Asmita Ramesh
Hindustan Unilever
Limited: Integrating
Sustainability into
Business
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) is a leading
multinational consumer goods company
operating in India. With a long history of
sustainability practices, HUL has integrated
sustainability into its core business strategy,
creating a positive impact on the environment
and communities it serves.
 Introduction to Hindustan Unilever
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), founded in 1933 and headquartered in Mumbai,
Maharashtra, isLimited
one of India’s largest and most valued FMCG companies. A subsidiary of the
British multinational Unilever, HUL operates across three key segments: Home Care (Surf
Excel, Vim), Personal Care (Dove, Lifebuoy), and Foods & Refreshments (Brooke Bond,
Kwality Wall’s). The company employs over 21,000 people and is listed on both the Bombay
Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE).
 Market Presence
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) has an extensive market presence, operating effectively in
both urban and rural regions across India. With a robust distribution network spanning over
8 million retail outlets, the company ensures its wide range of trusted brands reaches
millions of consumers. HUL’s rural focus is exemplified by initiatives like the Shakti Program,
which empowers rural women to become entrepreneurs and distribute its products,
significantly enhancing its reach in underserved areas. Additionally, HUL maintains strong
brand visibility across traditional retail, modern trade, and e-commerce platforms, making it
one of the most accessible and trusted FMCG companies in the country.
 SustainabilitySustainable
as a Core GrowthBusiness Strategy
Integrates ESG principles to drive long-term growth while reducing environmental impact.
Value Creation
Delivers economic and social benefits through sustainable practices like plastic waste
reduction and community empowerment.
Operational Efficiency
Focuses on resource optimization, reneable energy adoption, and minimizing water and
energy usage.
Responsible Consumption
Promotes eco-friendly consumer behaviors through education and sustainable product
innovations.
Positive Impact
Addresses global challenges like health, sanitation, and climate change through impactful
 Environmental Sustainability Initiative

Forest Conservation Water Stewardship Air Quality Climate Action

• Achieves 100% • Implements water-saving • Transitions to • Committed to achieving
sustainable sourcing of technologies in renewable energy net-zero emissions
palm oil, protecting manufacturing to reduce sources to lower across operations by
biodiversity and consumption. emissions. 2039.
reducing • Engages in community • Reduces air pollution • Reduces greenhouse
deforestation. water conservation by optimizing supply gas emissions through
• Promotes regenerative programs and rainwater chain logistics and energy efficiency,
agriculture practices harvesting initiatives to operations to renewable energy
among smallholder support water-scarce minimize carbon adoption, and
farmers. regions. footprint. sustainable product
innovation.
 Renewable Energy and
Emissions Reduction

100% 50%
Renewable Energy Target Emissions Reduction
HUL has set an ambitious HUL aims to reduce its carbon
target to achieve 100% emissions by 50% by 2030
renewable energy in its compared to 2010 levels. The
operations by 2030. The company has implemented
company is investing in various initiatives to achieve
solar, wind, and other this goal, including energy
renewable energy sources efficiency improvements and
to reduce its reliance on sustainable packaging
fossil fuels. solutions.
Sustainable Sourcing and Packaging
Packaging Innovation
HUL is actively innovating in packaging design to reduce
waste and promote recyclability. The company invests in
sustainable materials, such as recycled plastic and
paper, and designs packaging that is easier to recycle.

Sourcing Responsiblely
HUL prioritizes sourcing from sustainable suppliers,
engaging with farmers and producers to ensure ethical
and environmentally friendly practices. The company
works to improve livelihoods and empower
communities through sustainable sourcing.
Social Impact and
Community Engagement
Empowering Women Improving Livelihoods
HUL works to improve the
HUL supports programs
livelihoods of people in its
that empower women in
supply chain through
the communities it serves,
programs that enhance
including initiatives
skills development, provide
focused on education,
access to markets, and
entrepreneurship, and
promote sustainable
access to healthcare.
agricultural practices.

Community Development
HUL actively engages in community development programs,
including initiatives that focus on education, healthcare,
sanitation, and infrastructure development.
Aligning with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal
1 Goal 1: No Poverty 2 Goal 2: Zero Hunger 3 Goal 3: Good Health

HUL works to alleviate poverty by HUL promotes food security by HUL promotes health and well-being
creating employment opportunities and providing access to nutritious food, through its products and programs,
supporting livelihoods through its supporting sustainable agricultural focusing on hygiene, sanitation, and
operations and community programs. practices, and combating malnutrition. access to healthcare.

4 Goal 12: Responsible 5 Goal 13: Climate Action 6 Goal 14: Life Below Wate
Consumption and Production
HUL is actively involved in climate HUL works to protect
HUL embraces responsible change mitigation efforts, aiming to marine ecosystems through
consumption and production practices, reduce its carbon footprint and sustainable fishing
promoting sustainable sourcing, promote renewable energy use. practices, reducing plastic
reducing waste, and using recyclable pollution, and supporting
packaging. water conservation
initiatives.
7 Goal 15: Life on Land

HUL promotes biodiversity conservation, sustainable forest management, and responsible land use practices.
Measuring and Reporting
Sustainability Performance
1 HUL regularly measures and reports its sustainability
performance using internationally recognized
frameworks, such as the Global Reporting Initiative
(GRI) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

2 The company publishes annual sustainability reports

that highlight its progress, challenges, and future
commitments towards achieving its sustainability
goals.

3 HUL's transparency and accountability in reporting its

sustainability performance demonstrate its
commitment to being a responsible and sustainable
business.
 Conclusion
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) stands as a leading example of integrating sustainability into
core business practices. Through initiatives like transitioning to 100% renewable energy,
achieving significant emissions reductions, and promoting sustainable sourcing, HUL is driving
meaningful environmental impact. Their commitment to responsible consumption, water
stewardship, forest conservation, and climate action showcases a holistic approach to
sustainability. By embedding these efforts into their operations, products, and community
initiatives, HUL not only creates value for stakeholders but also contributes to a sustainable
future. As a result, HUL continues to lead in fostering a business model that balances growth,
environmental responsibility, and social impact, setting a standard for others in the industry
to follow.