International. With the goal of achieving 100% compliance with the Responsible Chemistry Policy, Diversey applied some green chemistry principles to product development, minimizing safety risks for employees, customers and communities.

According to the company, "A deep consideration for human health and the environment is incorporated into the design and development of all Diversey Products; and ultimately develop the safe and sustainable products our customers want."

The RCL places restrictions on chemicals with environmental, health, safety or regulatory concerns and applies to all raw materials, ingredients and components of Diversey products.

Sustainability

Diversey's "Life Enablers" approach reduces the total cost of cleaning, Diversey incorporates "green chemistry" into innovation. "Our bio-based cleaning products use renewable plant derivatives as raw material instead of (non-renewable) petroleum-based chemicals," the company explains. Diversey also adheres to the Responsible Chemistry policy to avoid the use of potentially hazardous materials in our new formulations.

The dashboard has three technology platforms: chemicals, packaging and equipment. In each of the platforms, there are five life cycle categories: raw material, manufacturing, distribution and storage, product use, end of life. For each technology platform there are up to 25 individual criteria such as: commitment to the Responsible Chemistry Policy, renewable material content, efficient manufacturing, reduced water use and recycling capacity.