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The Śnieżka Group’s approach to sustainable development is reflected in the 2023+ Strategy, and supports the achievement of our business objectives.

In 2024-2025, we reviewed the topics considered material to the Śnieżka Group. In line with the CSRD requirements, we analyzed our environmental, social and governance impacts, as well as the effects of climate-related factors on our business. We report on these activities in our Sustainability Report and subject our performance to independent assessment by EcoVadis.

Environment

Employees

Business

83 %

of electricity from renewable sources

47,8 %

share of certified products

137 020 t CO₂e

Śnieżka's total carbon footprint (Scope 1, 2 and 3)

Product Responsibility

The Śnieżka Group places particular emphasis on the quality and safety of its products. Therefore, it continues to expand its portfolio of products with a low impact on health and the environment, as confirmed by relevant certifications and labels.

The Śnieżka Group Sources Energy from Renewable Sources

All electricity purchased by FFiL Śnieżka SA, Śnieżka ToC and Rafil in 2025 came from renewable energy sources, as confirmed by guarantees of origin and cancellation certificates issued by the Polish Power Exchange. At the same time, photovoltaic installations have been operating at the Group’s companies in Hungary and Ukraine since 2024.

2,83 %

adjusted salary gap (FFiL Śnieżka SA and Śnieżka ToC Sp. z o.o.)

16,34 h

training hours per employee

38 hospital wards

refurbished as part of the 'World in Colours' project

Employee development

Śnieżka strives to foster a culture of engagement by providing its employees with opportunities for growth. In addition to a wide range of mandatory training programs, employees have access to supplementary courses that enhance their professional competencies.

World in Colours

Since 2005, we have been running the nationwide project 'The World in Colors,' through which 38 hospital wards across Poland have been renovated and repainted, transforming them into colorful, child-friendly spaces. In recent years, we have focused on supporting pediatric psychiatric wards throughout the country, as well as renovating other hospital departments at the local level.

0 incidents

of corruption

81 %

of suppliers have signed the Supplier Code of Conduct

1015

of employees trained on whistleblowing system

The Suppliers Code of Conduct

In the interests of a sustainable supply chain, we have developed a special document. In it, we have included expectations of our product and service suppliers in terms of their actions for, among other things, the environment and the community.

Partnership with Responsible Business Forum

As the Śnieżka Group, we have officially joined the Partnership Programme of the Responsible Business Forum (FOB), the largest and longest-running non-governmental organization in Poland dedicated to promoting sustainable development. Through this partnership, we have become part of a community of nearly 90 companies that actively build ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) competencies and work together to drive the sustainable transformation of business in Poland.

We regard the EcoVadis recognition awarded to the Śnieżka Group as validation of our progress in achieving our sustainable development goals and motivation to continue our efforts in this area.

Piotr Mikrut the President of the Management Board

ESG news

07.07.2026 Śnieżka Group’s sustainability activities recognized

Śnieżka Group’s sustainability initiatives have been externally assessed in two nationwide evaluations. The company received the Sustainability Champion 2026 title, and its practices were included in the report “Responsible Business in Poland. Good Practices.”

19.03.2026 Śnieżka Group Awarded EcoVadis Silver Medal

The Śnieżka Group has been recognised by EcoVadis for the third consecutive year. In the 2026 edition, Śnieżka received a Silver Medal, scoring 74 points. This result reflects the Group’s consistent commitment to sustainable development and transparency across its value chain.

25.07.2025 The Integrated Annual Report for 2024 of the Śnieżka Group is now available online

The Śnieżka Group report summarizing its activities for 2024 is now available online. It combines financial and operational information with an environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) impact analysis, prepared in accordance with the CSRD Directive.

25.07.2025 Śnieżka Group recognized in the ESG Ranking and FOB's good practices

Śnieżka Group achieved 5th place in the Industrial and Chemical Production category and 24th place in the general classification of the ESG. Responsible Management 2025 Ranking, scoring 72 points—10 more than last year. Additionally, the latest report by the Responsible Business Forum (FOB) recognized four of Śnieżka Group’s good practices related to employee health, skills development, and social initiatives.

From design to end use: our approach to products

A Product Liability throughout its life cycle is firmly embedded in the DNA of our business model.

Starting from the idea and research and development analyses, through the selection of suppliers, control of purchasing processes and the quality of materials, to production, sales and communication, and finally - use.

Increasing recycled content in packaging

We are working with a plastic packaging manufacturer to increase the use of recycled materials in packaging.

The objective of the project was to achieve the same quality parameters for packaging containing recycled plastic as for containers made entirely from virgin material. At the planning stage, the target was to incorporate 30% recycled content into the packaging. However, thanks to effective collaboration between the teams, this share was increased to 40% while maintaining all key performance parameters.

Reducing our negative impact

We recognize our responsibility for the environmental and climate impact of our operations.

We are committed to developing products with a low environmental impact. Therefore, we continue to expand our portfolio of products that are certified as environmentally friendly or allergy-friendly.

100%
of our suppliers have been informed about the principles of ESG assessment we implement and have received the necessary documents and guidelines.

The Śnieżka Group is one of the market leaders in paints and preparations for wood protection and decoration in Poland, Hungary and Ukraine (in the segment of decorative products) as well as one of the leading manufacturers in the segment of gypsum putty in Belarus. The Śnieżka Group is among the 25 largest paint manufacturers in Europe.

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