Letter from the President

It is with immense pride that I reflect on Selenis’ unwavering, long-term commitment to sustainability and responsible leadership. Our journey is one of continuous evolution, deeply rooted in the belief that true progress is inextricably linked to our environmental and social stewardship.

This unwavering dedication has culminated in the foundational work of our "Impact-Driven Regeneration Strategy," a comprehensive framework that has defined and guided our ambitious sustainability agenda for 2024 and beyond. This strategy is more than a plan; it is a declaration of our intent to align every facet of our business with long-term regenerative goals. Our guiding principles are clear: to champion regenerative solutions, operate with utmost transparency, uphold unwavering integrity, and drive continuous innovation.

Sustainability at Evertis is overseen directly by our leadership. The Board of Directors, Executive Management Team, and a dedicated Sustainability Committee work in concert to integrate these principles into our daily operations and long-term vision. We have established robust governance structures and formal processes to meticulously manage sustainability risks and seize emerging opportunities, ensuring accountability at every level.
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As part of this commitment this report serves as a transparent account of our progress, offering stakeholders a clear view of how our actions align with our values and long-term sustainability goals.
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We recognise the profound impacts of geopolitical uncertainty and evolving regulatory changes, such as the CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive), the PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation) and the ongoing development of EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) schemes, on our increasingly complex global landscape. The availability and price volatility of Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) content also present significant challenges. Despite these external pressures, Evertis remains steadfast in its commitment to proactive leadership, regulatory readiness, and deep stakeholder collaboration.
Our Board and management are fully responsible for integrating ambitious ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals into our corporate strategy and enterprise risk management framework.

Looking back at 2024, we are proud of the tangible achievements that underscore our progress. The Perpetuity® project marked a significant milestone, accelerating our capabilities in sustainable materials. Our decision to formally join the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) reinforces our dedication to climate action, complemented by a thorough LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) review to better understand our environmental footprint. We advanced our Social Impact Strategy, expanding our commitment to communities, and further strengthened our Evercare® sustainable healthcare portfolio, delivering essential solutions with a lighter environmental touch. Crucially, we continued to foster a strong safety culture, and we are pleased to have achieved ISO certification for our Brazil operations.

Our commitment to a circular economy and decarbonisation is unwavering. We are actively investing in technologies and partnerships that enable us to reduce waste, increase resource efficiency, and significantly lower our carbon emissions.
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Integrity is at the heart of how we operate. Evertis maintains a zero‑tolerance approach to corruption and discrimination in all its forms. Our comprehensive ethical guidelines, including our Code of Ethics and Supplier Code of Conduct, are readily available to all employees and suppliers, reinforced by active training and awareness programmes. We are dedicated to promoting safe working conditions, fostering diversity, and ensuring fair compensation across all our operations, while upholding our commitment to freedom of association and collective bargaining.
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I extend my deepest gratitude to all our employees, customers, and partners. Your resilience, dedication, and spirit of innovation have been instrumental in navigating a challenging year and in building the foundation for our regenerative future.
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As we look to 2025, our sustainability vision and strategy will accelerate our efforts towards decarbonisation with the setting of science-based targets, leading sustainable innovation, empowering integrity, and scaling regenerative solutions.
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Let us continue these collective efforts for regeneration, innovation, and positive impact. Together, we can shape a more sustainable and prosperous future for generations to come.

Manuel Matos GIl

President