1 de Outubro de 2026
DR Flavors & Ingredients hosts the SDG Movement of Santa Catarina and discusses sustainable development
By hosting the Regional ESG Seminar, DR Flavors & Ingredients reinforces its commitment to sustainable development DR Aromas & Ingredients hosted the Regional ESG Seminar, organized by the Joinville SDG Committee, and presented the sustainability practices implemented by the company. DR Flavors & Ingredients hosted the Regional ESG Seminar on the morning of Wednesday, September 30. The event was organized by the Joinville SDG Committee, part of the National SDG Movement of Santa Catarina, at the company’s headquarters in Jaraguá do Sul. Around 80 people attended, including representatives of organizations, companies and others interested in advancing the ESG agenda, as well as invited experts who shared experiences, best practices and lessons learned related to the topic. Opening the program, DR Flavors & Ingredients’ Supply Chain Director, Julio Van Vossen, welcomed the audience and emphasized the company’s longstanding commitment. “A long-standing company like DR would not be here if sustainability were not one of the pillars of its business,” he said. He was followed by Luciana Homrich, coordinator of the National SDG Movement of Santa Catarina. She gave a brief presentation of the organization, demonstrating, as she put it, how “sustainability gains strength when it stops being an intention.” Founded in 2009, the SDG Movement of Santa Catarina now has more than 2,200 signatories. They include individuals and organizations committed to mobilizing Santa Catarina society to build a fairer, more inclusive and sustainable future. DR Flavors & Ingredients became a signatory of the SDG Movement in 2024 and the UN Global Compact in 2025, as highlighted by DR Sustainability Specialist Maria Eduarda Grubba. She outlined the evolution of the ESG agenda and cited initiatives such as the circular economy to illustrate how environmental, social and governance actions are integrated into the company’s business strategy. “Being sustainable is part of our essence, and it is more than a slogan for us. DR’s history and sustainability are intertwined,” she concluded. Following the presentation by the host company, the invited panelists shared their experiences. Representing Samae of Jaraguá do Sul, Quality and Environment Coordinator Déborah Melo Aflen highlighted that the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) “are not a parallel agenda, but the compass that guides the organization’s actions.” She cited Recicla Jaraguá, a program that promotes selective waste collection; Proeva, an environmental education program; and Hidrata Jaraguá, an initiative that installed 20 water stations offering drinking water — at room temperature, chilled and hot, as well as water for animals — at strategic locations throughout the city as practical examples of this approach. Flávia Vanelli, founder of Estúdio RatoRói, spoke next. She explained how the product design startup transforms waste, such as plastic, into new solutions for the architectural market. Clean energy solutions, greenhouse gas emissions reduction and a social responsibility project carried out in Pará in partnership with Natura were the cases presented by Rafael Mahfud, WEG’s representative at the seminar. Closing the event, Talita Piccoli Sevegnani, Director of Health Surveillance at the Jaraguá do Sul City Government, shared the public sector’s experience with the SDGs. As examples, she cited the Municipal Health Plan and IntegraVISA, an initiative of Brazil’s National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) that supported municipalities in implementing Quality Management Systems within state and municipal health surveillance agencies. During the event, the SDG Movement of Santa Catarina also collected around 50 kilograms of nonperishable food, which will be donated to the Sesc Mesa Brasil Program, operated by the Social Service of Commerce (SESC). For DR Flavors & Ingredients, hosting the Regional ESG Seminar reinforced that advancing the sustainability agenda also involves sharing experiences and developing solutions together. By bringing together companies, public authorities and experts, the event expanded the dialogue on challenges and opportunities for the region and strengthened the company’s connection with the SDGs and with a development agenda that integrates environmental, social and governance aspects into its business strategy. What are the SDGs? Created by the United Nations (UN), the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) comprise 17 goals and 169 targets. They are part of the 2030 Agenda, a global action plan to promote sustainable development, improve people’s quality of life and protect the planet. In Brazil, SDG 18 – Ethnic-Racial Equality was voluntarily proposed to expand the agenda for addressing ethnic-racial discrimination. Meet the 18 goals: No Poverty Zero Hunger and Sustainable Agriculture Good Health and Well-Being Quality Education Gender Equality Clean Water and Sanitation Affordable and Clean Energy Decent Work and Economic Growth Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Reduced Inequalities Sustainable Cities and Communities Responsible Consumption and Production Climate Action Life Below Water Life on Land Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions Partnerships for the Goals Ethnic-Racial Equality Frequently Asked Questions What was the Regional ESG Seminar held at DR Flavors & Ingredients? The Regional ESG Seminar was an event organized by the Joinville SDG Committee, part of the National SDG Movement of Santa Catarina, held on September 30, 2026, at the headquarters of DR Aromas & Ingredients in Jaraguá do Sul. The event brought together approximately 80 participants, including companies, organizations, institutions, and individuals interested in the topic, to share experiences, best practices, and lessons learned related to sustainability and the ESG agenda. What was the purpose of the Regional ESG Seminar? The event aimed to discuss how sustainability guidelines and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) can be incorporated into organizations’ strategies and practices. The program brought together experts from companies, public authorities, and other institutions to present practical experiences in sustainability. Why did DR Aromas & Ingredients host the event? DR hosted the Regional ESG Seminar as part of its commitment to the sustainability agenda and its participation in the National SDG Movement of Santa Catarina. The company is part of the coordination team of the Joinville SDG Committee and uses its facilities to foster dialogue, exchange experiences, and jointly develop pathways toward sustainable development. When did DR Flavors & Ingredients join the SDG Movement? DR Aromas & Ingredients became a signatory of the National SDG Movement of Santa Catarina in 2024. This participation connects the company to a network of individuals and organizations committed to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals. Is DR Flavors & Ingredients a signatory of the UN Global Compact? Yes. DR Aromas & Ingredients became a signatory of the United Nations (UN) Global Compact in 2025. This commitment is part of the company’s journey toward integrating sustainability, responsibility, and governance principles into its business strategy. How is sustainability incorporated into DR Flavors & Ingredients’ strategy? At DR, sustainability is treated as an integral part of the business strategy and encompasses environmental, social, and governance aspects. The company maintains initiatives related to topics such as climate change, energy efficiency, circular economy, waste management, social responsibility, value chain, and governance. What are the SDGs? The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of 17 goals and 169 targets established by the United Nations as part of the 2030 Agenda. They address environmental, social, and economic issues and guide efforts to promote sustainable development across different countries and sectors of society. What is the SDG Movement of Santa Catarina? The SDG Movement of Santa Catarina is an initiative that mobilizes individuals and organizations throughout the state around the Sustainable Development Goals and the 2030 Agenda. Established in 2009, the movement currently has more than 2,200 signatories and seeks to encourage actions aimed at building a fairer, more inclusive, and sustainable society. What topics were discussed at the Regional ESG Seminar? The event presented different sustainability-related experiences, including water and sanitation management, environmental education, circular economy, waste transformation, clean energy, greenhouse gas emissions reduction, social responsibility, and public management. The diversity of case studies demonstrated different ways of incorporating the SDGs into the activities of public and private organizations. Who participated in the Regional ESG Seminar panel? The panel featured Déborah Melo Aflen, from Samae de Jaraguá do Sul; Flávia Vanelli, from Estúdio RatoRói; Rafael Mahfud, representing WEG; and Talita Piccoli Sevegnani, from the Municipality of Jaraguá do Sul. The panel was moderated by Maria Eduarda Grubba, Sustainability Specialist at DR Aromas & Ingredients.
