Climate Quote by Paul Polman
“At Unilever, we operate in 190 countries with two billion people using our products daily. We take climate seriously because we know that it impacts those two billion people - and that means it impacts us, too.”
About This Quote
Source Corporate Report: Unilever Annual Report 2023
Unilever highlights its global reach and links climate action to both customers and the company’s own interests.
In simple terms: Climate impacts affect everyone, including the business.
Key Takeaway
Act on climate because it affects your market.
Themes
sustainability
business strategy
global impact
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
statement
corporate
When to use this quote
- product development
- marketing
- risk assessment
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
Corporate responsibility
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- How does climate risk affect your product line?
- What steps can you take to reduce emissions?
A Different Perspective
Climate action may be costly and face regulatory hurdles.
