Values & sustainability

As a traditional family business, it is part of HELM's DNA to think and feel in strong values, to act for future generations and to take responsibility. We work hand in hand with our partners on the further development of the company towards HELM 2030, our future framework.

HELM 2030 is the framework that sets the direction in which we want to grow HELM as a group. We are committed to developing a sustainable business with a positive impact – from a social, environmental and economic perspective."

Stephan Schnabel, CEO

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Targets to achieve #HELM2030

HELM has committed itself to concrete, bold sustainability targets, clustered in three global challenges. Find out how HELM will reduce its emissions, impact on biodiversity and injustice in society.

climate

We aim to reduce our emissions across the entire value chain. The focus is on emissions from purchased products (Scope 3.1), application of crop solution products (Scope 3.11) and from our own operations (Scope 1 & 2). We reduce product-related emissions by 20% per ton, own emissions by 42% and downstream by 685kt.

Biodiversity

We focus on developing products that reduce biodiversity impacts. By 2030, we aim to cut groundwater pollution by 85,000 tons less nitrate by increasing the use of treated nitrogen fertilizers and plant advantage products, which result in ~21% less nitrate leakage compared to conventional fertilizers.

equality

We are committed to promoting equality – both within our organization and globally. By 2030, we aim to ensure that women occupy 35% of leadership roles across all levels of the HELM Group, reinforcing our dedication to gender diversity and inclusiveness.

Sustainability is a critical success factor in our growth, which is why our business and sustainability strategy go hand in hand. Our HELM 2030 strategy was therefore developed in collaboration with employees across the entire organization.

Daniel Tepe

Chief Development Officer

Our VISION

HELM uses its opportunities to drive innovation and sustainable solutions – and is pursuing this path alongside its partners. HELM is guided by its values: WE CREATE. WE CARE. WE ENJOY.

Our MISSION

Hand in hand with our partners, we drive sustainable business. Together, we take responsibility for positively influencing the climate, biodiversity and social equality.

Our values

Cooperation – according to the HELM principle.

We Create

Creating something new: We work together and look for new possibilities, perspectives and opportunities. With our passion for solutions, we ensure that everyone involved benefits: customers, partners and our teams. Mutual trust in each other and our vision allows us to act with courage.

We Care

Taking responsibility for future generations: We act socially, economically and ecologically and create long-term added value. In doing so, we focus on our strengths and on the well-being and development of all teams.

We Enjoy

Living passion: We love what we do. We value others and their contribution to our vision. We discuss, listen and develop our own opinions based on different perspectives. We share our knowledge so that everyone can fulfil their potential.