Biodiversity

Johnson Matthey sites operate in a wide range of locations and different eco-systems worldwide. We recognise the importance of preserving the biodiversity around our operations. The majority of our sites are based in industrialised areas where endemic biodiversity is low. At sites where important biodiversity has been identified steps have been taken to protect this resource. An example is the preservation of the habitat of the Common Lizard (Lacerta Vivipara) found on the Colours & Coatings site at Sudbury in the UK.

At our operation at Clitheroe in the UK a full assessment of the biodiversity of the site has been completed. A portion of undeveloped land has been converted into a pond and wildlife meadow with a hide and a walkway constructed as a resource for employees and visitors to the site.

Regulatory Compliance

Johnson Matthey maintains an excellent record of regulatory compliance, and has had no prosecutions by Health and Safety or Environmental Authorities in 2002.