H.B. Fuller sets 2030 sustainability targets
H.B. Fuller released its 2025 Sustainability Report, outlining 2030 environmental targets including reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and water demand. The company reports that nearly 60% of new product development is focused on improving the sustainability profile of customers' end products. Additionally, the firm launched the Fuller Impact platform for philanthropic giving, awarding $1.3 million in grants in 2025.

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H.B. Fuller Company released its 2025 Sustainability Report, detailing 2030 environmental targets and progress in integrating sustainability into its business strategy and global operations. The report indicates that nearly 60% of new product development is focused on improving the sustainability profile of customers' end products, linking these efforts to business performance and operational efficiency.
"At H.B. Fuller, sustainability is embedded in how we operate, compete, and grow," said Celeste Mastin, president and CEO. The company is introducing specific 2030 targets to strengthen accountability across its operations.
2030 Environmental Targets
The company has established several key goals for 2030, building on its existing sustainability strategy. These targets focus on reducing environmental impact across various metrics:
| Target Area | Reduction / Increase Goal |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions | 25% reduction |
| Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions | 35% reduction |
| Water demand | 20% reduction |
| Manufacturing waste intensity | 20% reduction |
| Recycling rates | 75% increase |
H.B. Fuller is also targeting engagement with top tier suppliers to improve Scope 3 emissions transparency and data quality.
Operational Performance and Efficiency
The report highlights measurable progress through initiatives designed to support operational efficiency. These include expanding renewable energy adoption at select sites supported by government incentives. The company is decreasing water use through wastewater treatment and rainwater purification systems, which have decreased consumption by approximately 60% at select sites.
Additionally, H.B. Fuller is advancing circular solutions to reduce material use, including a 50% reduction in shrink-wrap film at select sites to directly lower single-use plastic waste. These efforts are supported by governance structures and alignment with global reporting frameworks such as GRI and SASB.
Innovation and Community Impact
Sustainability is positioned as a competitive advantage, with solutions supporting cleaner energy, recyclable packaging, and efficient manufacturing across industries such as hygiene, medical, mobility, electronics, and construction.
In 2025, the company launched Fuller Impact, a global platform for philanthropic giving and community engagement focused on STEM education, youth leadership, and global citizenship. The program's impact in 2025 included:
- $1.3 million in grants awarded
- Support for 370+ organizations
- 4,800+ employee volunteer hours across 20 countries
How will H.B. Fuller balance the capital investment required to meet its 2030 Scope 1 and 2 emission reduction targets with current inflationary pressures?
What specific mechanisms will the company implement to ensure top-tier suppliers provide accurate Scope 3 emissions data and meet transparency standards?
To what extent will the shift where 60% of new product development focuses on sustainability impact profit margins in the short term versus long-term growth?

























