sustainability management

Sustainability is one of São Martinho’s strategic pillars, and is present in the company’s Mission to offer innovative products that ensure the preservation of existing natural resources. For São Martinho, having ethanol, sugar, energy and other by-products of sugarcane, which is a renewable resource, as the key element of its business goes beyond establishing a commitment to the environment, community, clients, partners and consumers. It represents an important opportunity to foster its growth while at the same time contributing to the well-being of future generations.

Sustainability is imbued in São Martinho’s entire production chain, ranging from responsible land use, planting and mechanized harvesting of sugarcane, reuse of residues in the production process, respect and conservation of the environment, ethical behavior and good corporate governance practices, and includes its relations with the community and other stakeholders.

The concept of sustainability has always been present in the company’s culture and is ingrained in the way it operates and manages its business activities. São Martinho historically has invested in improvements in processes, technologies and initiatives that, in addition to reflecting its concern for sustainability, boost its operational efficiency.