Making better happen from plant to brand
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do and embedded in all parts of the AAK value chain, from the crop to the brand on the store shelf. We always strive to go further, constantly taking new steps to improve and achieve our vision of being the first choice for value-adding plant-based oil solutions.
Real change does not happen in isolation. We collaborate closely with our customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to scale up the impact of our sustainable solutions, which follow recognized frameworks and standards. We track our contribution to both the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement. And we are honored to receive the 2024 Sustainability Pioneer Beauty Award from Ecovia Intelligence in recognition of our efforts to address climate change and reduce our carbon footprint through sustainable sourcing and operational practices.
Download the latest AAK Sustainability Report
Our three-tiered approach
We work holistically across all our supply chains, connecting on three levels to understand risks, engage with suppliers, and drive impact.
Better shea sourcing
Learn about our two supply chains and how our FairWild certified Kolo Nafaso program empowers women shea collectors through long-term direct trading partnerships.
FairWild Certification for Kolo Nafaso
This is an assurance that our Kolo Nafaso direct sourcing program complies with global standards for sustainable, ethical, and transparent wild ingredient sourcing.
Our partnership with FairClimateFund
We are offsetting CO2 emissions in the shea supply chain with Fairtrade and Gold Standard carbon credits generated through energy-efficient cookstoves, enabling us to offer climate-compensated products.
Kolo Nafaso mass balance
This allows our Personal Care customers to support the growth of our direct shea sourcing program without limiting supply chain requirements.
Our Sustainability Partner Program
This offers an opportunity for our customers to engage with their supply chains and invest directly in our Kolo Nafaso impact projects.
Our partnership with Saha Global
This partnership enables our Kolo Nafaso women’s groups in Northern Ghana to start and sustain small water treatment units.
Better canola sourcing
Find out why our non-GMO Swedish canola is a particularly environmentally friendly choice for your formulations.
Better coconut sourcing
Learn about our two traceable supply chains, with one offering Rainforest Alliance segregated certification, a beauty industry first.
