The key issues for Clariant in terms of sustainability are shown in the . This matrix is the result both of a comprehensive and trend analysis by Clariant itself and by external experts, and the evaluation of survey data from customers and other interest groups (»stakeholders«). The »Clariant Materiality Matrix« summary shows not only topics of fundamental or even great interest for Clariant and its stakeholders, but it also shows (in the right half of the matrix) the sustainability fields that are of relative importance for companies and .

Clariant conducts these market analyses and stakeholder surveys regularly. The results and analyses are used in prioritizing the themes identified and in designing the respective measures. The Clariant Sustainability Council, the central steering committee for sustainability chaired by the CEO, evaluates the results and determines those sustainability issues and fields that currently have relevance or that are important with respect to the projects and objectives of the company. Regional sustainability committees ensure that the sustainability strategy is adopted accordingly in the regions and uniformly implemented.

MATERIALITY MATRIX by Clariant

Materiality matrix by Clariant (infographic)Materiality matrix by Clariant (infographic)
Materiality matrix

Presentation of relevance of pertinent topics for Clariant’s stakeholders and the company itself. VIEW ENTIRE GLOSSARY

Stakeholder

Stakeholders are people or groups whose interests are linked in various ways with those of a company. They include shareholders, business partners, employees, neighbors, and the community. VIEW ENTIRE GLOSSARY

Stakeholder

Stakeholders are people or groups whose interests are linked in various ways with those of a company. They include shareholders, business partners, employees, neighbors, and the community. VIEW ENTIRE GLOSSARY