Case studies

We believe that the very business of doing business responsibly brings benefits to society.

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In this section you'll find examples of our people and brands in action right across our business. They show how we share our learning and, by working in partnership, help tackle concerns that are common the world over. Issues like the need for a more sustainable environment, better health and education or opportunities for economic development.

These examples offer a snapshot of our business in Canada – or simply select the link to the side to view case studies by subject from around the world.

Windmills

Unilever Canada becomes the largest commercial purchaser of green electricity in Canada

Some of your favourite brands—including Becel, Hellmann’s, Knorr and Ben & Jerry’s—are now bullfrogpowered® with 100 per cent green electricity.

Niagara Falls

Educating consumers on water conservation

Canada's freshwater supply is at risk. In many parts of the country water is being used faster than nature can renew it. Unilever Canada's Go Blue campaign encourages Canadians to cut their water consumption by 50%.

Dove Self Esteem Fund

The Dove® Self-Esteem Fund

 We developed the Dove® Self-Esteem Fund to make a real change in the way women and young girls perceive and embrace beauty.

Tea picker

Lipton Rainforest Alliance Certified™ Tea

Unilever is the largest buyer of tea in the world, purchasing approximately 12% of the world’s supply of black tea. In 2007, Lipton® set out to lead the industry by committing to purchase all of its tea from sustainable, ethical sources.

Woman in yoga pose

Women & heart health

Your heart is the centre of your health and everything we do.

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More on Unilever's Global case studies in the area of sustainability