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PRESS RELEASE
Kimberly-Clark Leader
5 Years Running
K-C Leads Personal Products Category of Dow Jones Sustainability World Index
Sydney, September 25, 2009: At a time when many companies are being accused of greenwashing
their environmental claims, Kimberly-Clark has once again demonstrated it has the gold standard
when it comes to sustainability credentials.
For the fifth year in a row, Kimberly-Clark Corporation leads the personal products category of the
Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI).
Only the top 10 percent of the world's largest 2,500 companies qualify for this prestigious list, which
is based on an evaluation of the economic, environmental and social performance of these companies.
"Leading our category in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index once again is a tremendous testament to
the work and dedication
of our teams around the world and to Kimberly-Clark's commitment to
sustainability," said Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Tom Falk.
"Sustainability is a core discipline at Kimberly-Clark and we are proud that year after year our work is
being recognised."
Kimberly-Clark Australia (KCA) has been a leader in sustainability with local programs running since
the early 1990’s including energy, waste-to-landfill and water reduction schemes.
This year, in addition to being the overall leader in its category, the DJSI recognised Kimberly-Clark's
performance in the following areas:
Environmental Policy/Management System
Kimberly-Clark was recognised for its Environmental Vision program, which provides direction,
objectives and targets to improve environmental management and performance.
Customer Relationship Management
Kimberly-Clark received superior marks for its consistently high consumer satisfaction and its process
for exploring consumer insights and incorporating consumer feedback into the company's processes.
Strategy for Emerging Markets
The company's approach to consumers, local sourcing and local hiring in emerging markets was
recognized, as well as having a Developing & Emerging Markets president who reports directly to the
company's CEO. In addition, DJSI recognised K-C's
consistent annual revenue growth from D&E
markets.
Risk and Crisis Management
Kimberly-Clark was recognised for its Enterprise Risk Management process and Global Risk
Oversight Committee which oversees strategies for financial, strategic and compliance risks.
For further information contact:
Ross Hearne, General Manager Corporate Services South Asia
02 9963 8011
/ 0438 607 315
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
KCA’s 3 major manufacturing facilities have ISO14000 Environmental and ISO9001 Quality
certifications.
KCA has been recognised for the past 3 years in a row for its commitment to sustainable
packaging and packaging waste management in the Packaging Evolution Awards.
KCA’s tissue manufacturing has been accredited under the PEFC scheme, the international
Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification promoting sustainable forest
management.
Kimberly-Clark Australia (KCA) is headquartered at Milsons Point, Sydney NSW.
The company is a global marketer of leading brands including KLEENEX® products,
HUGGIES® products, the KOTEX® and DEPEND® range, and VIVA® paper towel and
holds the No. 1 or No. 2 share position in more than 80 countries.
KCA employs over 1650 people in Australia and operations include:
o
Millicent & Tantanoola Mills: KLEENEX® Tissue Products
o
Albury Mill: Nonwoven products, eg used in HUGGIES® Nappies
o
Ingleburn Mill: HUGGIES® Nappies
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Distribution Centres in major capital centres
o
Macquarie Park: Sales office
Every day, 1.3 billion people in 150 countries - nearly a quarter of the world's population -
trust K-C brands and the solutions they provide to enhance their health, hygiene and well-
being.
For more information on Kimberly-Clark's sustainability programs, please see the company's
sustainability report at www.kca.com.au
For more information on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes please visit
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