Dilmah

SUSTAINABILITY

A sustainability mission rooted in people, nature, and tea.

Explore Dilmah's integrated reports, sustainability updates, governance disclosures, and progress across economic, environmental, and social commitments.

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Philosophy

“Business is a matter of human service.”

Our Philosophy

Integrity in every leaf, accountability in every action.

For Dilmah, sustainability is not a modern addition to our business—it is the very foundation upon which we were built. Our reporting reflects a lifelong commitment by Merrill J. Fernando to treat business as a matter of human service.

We believe in radical transparency. By sharing our progress and our challenges openly, we invite stakeholders to join us on a journey toward a more equitable and regenerative future for the tea industry and the planet.

Milestones

At a Glance – Progress 2025/26

Net Zero

Emissions

Commitment to Science-Based Targets (SBTi) to reduce our carbon footprint across the entire supply chain.

100%

Water & Energy

Comprehensive audits and regenerative practices implemented across all our estates and processing centers.

Verified

ESG Reporting

Independent assurance ensuring complete transparency and accountability in our global impact.

Strategic Pillars

Key Initiatives

Our roadmap for a sustainable future, built on rigorous policy and transparent action.

Sustainability strategy

Sustainability Strategy

A long-term framework designed to integrate environmental stewardship into every facet of our business operations.

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Stronger Together

Empowering our workers and their families through education, healthcare, and fair living conditions.

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Sustainable Procurement Policy

Ensuring every leaf we buy meets our stringent ethical and environmental standards across our network.

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Sustainability Reporting

Annual disclosures that measure our progress against international ESG standards and climate goals.

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Fiscal Year 2023-2024

Annual Sustainability Report

A comprehensive overview of our 2023-2024 performance, detailing our carbon neutral roadmap, biodiversity preservation in the Central Highlands, and the expansion of the MJF Foundation's social impact programs.

  • 15% reduction in plastic packaging across report lines
  • 2.4M USD invested in community development programs

Compliance

Global Reporting Standards

GRI Framework

Our reports are prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative Standards for maximum comparability.

UN SDGs

We align our sustainability goals directly with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for 2030.

Integrated Reporting

Following principles to connect our financial performance with our environmental and social value creation.

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