LAVAL, QC, Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch + Lomb, a leading global eye health business of Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TSX: BHC) ("Bausch Health"), today announced that its exclusive ONE by ONE Recycling program has recycled nearly 27 million used contact lenses, top foils and blister packs since launching in November 2016. The program, made possible through a collaboration with TerraCycle®, a world leader in the collection and repurposing of hard-to-recycle post-consumer waste, has diverted more than 162,000 pounds of contact lens waste from oceans, lakes, streams and landfills. "At Bausch Health, we continuously evaluate all aspects of our company to identify ways that we can achieve a more sustainable and regenerative state, while reducing our overall environmental footprint," said Amy Butler, vice president, Global Environment, Health, Safety + Sustainability, Bausch Health. "We are proud to offer the ONE by ONE Recycling program to customers and contact lens wearers to help ensure these used materials do not end up in our environment." Today, more than 5,500 optometry practices are registered with the ONE by ONE Recycling program. To participate, contact lens wearers can bring their used contact lenses and packaging to one of these offices, which collects the used lens materials in a custom recycling bin provided by Bausch + Lomb. Once the bin is filled, the optometry practice will ship the materials to TerraCycle for proper recycling using a pre-paid shipping label. "Millions of people wear contact lenses every day to help them see, but many do not realize the significant impact that these materials can have on the environment," said Tom Szaky, founder and CEO, TerraCycle. "In just four years, we have recycled hundreds of thousands of these used materials, removing them from our environment, and instead using them to give back to the community. It is a program we're proud to be part of and one we look forward to building upon in collaboration with Bausch + Lomb for years to come." Additionally, for every 10 pounds of material received from the ONE by ONE Recycling Program, TerraCycle donates $10 to Optometry Giving Sight, an organization that funds programs that provide eye examinations and low-cost eyeglasses to people in need, including tens of millions of children with uncorrected myopia. In 2019, Bausch + Lomb took the program one step further by repurposing the recycled waste and combining it with other recycled material to create custom training modules that were donated to the Guide Dog Foundation, a national not-for-profit that trains guide dogs for people who are blind or visually impaired. The modules, which included benches, tables, waste stations and an agility ramp, are used to train the dogs and to further enhance the organization's Smithtown, New York campus for those who visit. For more information on the Bausch + Lomb ONE by ONE Recycling Program, visit www.bauschrecycles.com. About TerraCycle TerraCycle is an innovative waste management company with a mission to eliminate the idea of waste. Operating nationally across 21 countries, TerraCycle partners with leading consumer product companies, retailers and cities to recycle products and packages, from dirty diapers to cigarette butts, that would otherwise end up being landfilled or incinerated. In addition, TerraCycle works with leading consumer product companies to integrate hard to recycle waste streams, such as ocean plastic, into their products and packaging. Its new division, Loop, is the first shopping system that gives consumers a way to shop for their favorite brands in durable, reusable packaging. TerraCycle has won over 200 awards for sustainability and has donated over $44 million to schools and charities since its founding more than 15 years ago and was named #10 in Fortune magazine's list of 52 companies Changing the World. To learn more about TerraCycle or get involved in its recycling programs, please visit www.terracycle.com. About the ONE by ONE Recycling Program Contact lens waste, including used lenses, foils and blister packs, is collected at eye care practices through special recycling bins provided by Bausch + Lomb and sent, postage-paid, to TerraCycle, where it is processed into raw material for the manufacture of new recycled products. About Bausch + Lomb Bausch + Lomb, a leading global eye health business of Bausch Health Companies Inc., is solely focused on helping people see better to live better. Its core businesses include over-the-counter products, dietary supplements, eye care products, ophthalmic pharmaceuticals, contact lenses, lens care products, ophthalmic surgical devices and instruments. Bausch + Lomb develops, manufactures and markets one of the most comprehensive product portfolios in the industry, which is available in approximately 100 countries. For more information, visit www.bausch.com. About Bausch Health Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TSX: BHC) is a global company whose mission is to improve people's lives with our health care products. We develop, manufacture and market a range of pharmaceutical, medical device and over-the-counter products, primarily in the therapeutic areas of eye health, gastroenterology and dermatology. We are delivering on our commitments as we build an innovative company dedicated to advancing global health. More information can be found at www.bauschhealth.com.

LAVAL, QC, Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch + Lomb, a leading global eye health business of Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TSX: BHC) ("Bausch Health"), today announced that its exclusive ONE by ONE Recycling program has recycled nearly 27 million used contact lenses, top foils and blister packs since launching in November 2016. The program, made possible through a collaboration with TerraCycle®, a world leader in the collection and repurposing of hard-to-recycle post-consumer waste, has diverted more than 162,000 pounds of contact lens waste from oceans, lakes, streams and landfills. "At Bausch Health, we continuously evaluate all aspects of our company to identify ways that we can achieve a more sustainable and regenerative state, while reducing our overall environmental footprint," said Amy Butler, vice president, Global Environment, Health, Safety + Sustainability, Bausch Health. "We are proud to offer the ONE by ONE Recycling program to customers and contact lens wearers to help ensure these used materials do not end up in our environment." Today, more than 5,500 optometry practices are registered with the ONE by ONE Recycling program. To participate, contact lens wearers can bring their used contact lenses and packaging to one of these offices, which collects the used lens materials in a custom recycling bin provided by Bausch + Lomb. Once the bin is filled, the optometry practice will ship the materials to TerraCycle for proper recycling using a pre-paid shipping label. "Millions of people wear contact lenses every day to help them see, but many do not realize the significant impact that these materials can have on the environment," said Tom Szaky, founder and CEO, TerraCycle. "In just four years, we have recycled hundreds of thousands of these used materials, removing them from our environment, and instead using them to give back to the community. It is a program we're proud to be part of and one we look forward to building upon in collaboration with Bausch + Lomb for years to come." Additionally, for every 10 pounds of material received from the ONE by ONE Recycling Program, TerraCycle donates $10 to Optometry Giving Sight, an organization that funds programs that provide eye examinations and low-cost eyeglasses to people in need, including tens of millions of children with uncorrected myopia. In 2019, Bausch + Lomb took the program one step further by repurposing the recycled waste and combining it with other recycled material to create custom training modules that were donated to the Guide Dog Foundation, a national not-for-profit that trains guide dogs for people who are blind or visually impaired. The modules, which included benches, tables, waste stations and an agility ramp, are used to train the dogs and to further enhance the organization's Smithtown, New York campus for those who visit. For more information on the Bausch + Lomb ONE by ONE Recycling Program, visit www.bauschrecycles.com. About TerraCycle TerraCycle is an innovative waste management company with a mission to eliminate the idea of waste. Operating nationally across 21 countries, TerraCycle partners with leading consumer product companies, retailers and cities to recycle products and packages, from dirty diapers to cigarette butts, that would otherwise end up being landfilled or incinerated. In addition, TerraCycle works with leading consumer product companies to integrate hard to recycle waste streams, such as ocean plastic, into their products and packaging. Its new division, Loop, is the first shopping system that gives consumers a way to shop for their favorite brands in durable, reusable packaging. TerraCycle has won over 200 awards for sustainability and has donated over $44 million to schools and charities since its founding more than 15 years ago and was named #10 in Fortune magazine's list of 52 companies Changing the World. To learn more about TerraCycle or get involved in its recycling programs, please visit www.terracycle.com. About the ONE by ONE Recycling Program Contact lens waste, including used lenses, foils and blister packs, is collected at eye care practices through special recycling bins provided by Bausch + Lomb and sent, postage-paid, to TerraCycle, where it is processed into raw material for the manufacture of new recycled products. About Bausch + Lomb Bausch + Lomb, a leading global eye health business of Bausch Health Companies Inc., is solely focused on helping people see better to live better. Its core businesses include over-the-counter products, dietary supplements, eye care products, ophthalmic pharmaceuticals, contact lenses, lens care products, ophthalmic surgical devices and instruments. Bausch + Lomb develops, manufactures and markets one of the most comprehensive product portfolios in the industry, which is available in approximately 100 countries. For more information, visit www.bausch.com. About Bausch Health Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TSX: BHC) is a global company whose mission is to improve people's lives with our health care products. We develop, manufacture and market a range of pharmaceutical, medical device and over-the-counter products, primarily in the therapeutic areas of eye health, gastroenterology and dermatology. We are delivering on our commitments as we build an innovative company dedicated to advancing global health. More information can be found at www.bauschhealth.com.

LAVAL, QC, Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch + Lomb, a leading global eye health business of Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TSX: BHC) ("Bausch Health"), today announced that its exclusive ONE by ONE Recycling program has recycled nearly 27 million used contact lenses, top foils and blister packs since launching in November 2016. The program, made possible through a collaboration with TerraCycle®, a world leader in the collection and repurposing of hard-to-recycle post-consumer waste, has diverted more than 162,000 pounds of contact lens waste from oceans, lakes, streams and landfills. "At Bausch Health, we continuously evaluate all aspects of our company to identify ways that we can achieve a more sustainable and regenerative state, while reducing our overall environmental footprint," said Amy Butler, vice president, Global Environment, Health, Safety + Sustainability, Bausch Health. "We are proud to offer the ONE by ONE Recycling program to customers and contact lens wearers to help ensure these used materials do not end up in our environment." Today, more than 5,500 optometry practices are registered with the ONE by ONE Recycling program. To participate, contact lens wearers can bring their used contact lenses and packaging to one of these offices, which collects the used lens materials in a custom recycling bin provided by Bausch + Lomb. Once the bin is filled, the optometry practice will ship the materials to TerraCycle for proper recycling using a pre-paid shipping label. "Millions of people wear contact lenses every day to help them see, but many do not realize the significant impact that these materials can have on the environment," said Tom Szaky, founder and CEO, TerraCycle. "In just four years, we have recycled hundreds of thousands of these used materials, removing them from our environment, and instead using them to give back to the community. It is a program we're proud to be part of and one we look forward to building upon in collaboration with Bausch + Lomb for years to come." Additionally, for every 10 pounds of material received from the ONE by ONE Recycling Program, TerraCycle donates $10 to Optometry Giving Sight, an organization that funds programs that provide eye examinations and low-cost eyeglasses to people in need, including tens of millions of children with uncorrected myopia. In 2019, Bausch + Lomb took the program one step further by repurposing the recycled waste and combining it with other recycled material to create custom training modules that were donated to the Guide Dog Foundation, a national not-for-profit that trains guide dogs for people who are blind or visually impaired. The modules, which included benches, tables, waste stations and an agility ramp, are used to train the dogs and to further enhance the organization's Smithtown, New York campus for those who visit. For more information on the Bausch + Lomb ONE by ONE Recycling Program, visit www.bauschrecycles.com. About TerraCycle TerraCycle is an innovative waste management company with a mission to eliminate the idea of waste. Operating nationally across 21 countries, TerraCycle partners with leading consumer product companies, retailers and cities to recycle products and packages, from dirty diapers to cigarette butts, that would otherwise end up being landfilled or incinerated. In addition, TerraCycle works with leading consumer product companies to integrate hard to recycle waste streams, such as ocean plastic, into their products and packaging. Its new division, Loop, is the first shopping system that gives consumers a way to shop for their favorite brands in durable, reusable packaging. TerraCycle has won over 200 awards for sustainability and has donated over $44 million to schools and charities since its founding more than 15 years ago and was named #10 in Fortune magazine's list of 52 companies Changing the World. To learn more about TerraCycle or get involved in its recycling programs, please visit www.terracycle.com. About the ONE by ONE Recycling Program Contact lens waste, including used lenses, foils and blister packs, is collected at eye care practices through special recycling bins provided by Bausch + Lomb and sent, postage-paid, to TerraCycle, where it is processed into raw material for the manufacture of new recycled products. About Bausch + Lomb Bausch + Lomb, a leading global eye health business of Bausch Health Companies Inc., is solely focused on helping people see better to live better. Its core businesses include over-the-counter products, dietary supplements, eye care products, ophthalmic pharmaceuticals, contact lenses, lens care products, ophthalmic surgical devices and instruments. Bausch + Lomb develops, manufactures and markets one of the most comprehensive product portfolios in the industry, which is available in approximately 100 countries. For more information, visit www.bausch.com. About Bausch Health Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TSX: BHC) is a global company whose mission is to improve people's lives with our health care products. We develop, manufacture and market a range of pharmaceutical, medical device and over-the-counter products, primarily in the therapeutic areas of eye health, gastroenterology and dermatology. We are delivering on our commitments as we build an innovative company dedicated to advancing global health. More information can be found at www.bauschhealth.com.

SHELTON, Conn., Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- BIC, a world leader in stationery, lighters and shavers, announced today that it will take its circular economy journey to the next level and transform the company's approach to plastic, significantly improving its products' environmental footprint and reducing its carbon emissions. The new commitments, part of BIC's "Writing the Future, Together" 2025 Sustainable Development program, encompasses both its packaging and products. Specifically:

• By 2030, BIC aims for 50% non-virgin petroleum plastic for its products, with a goal of 20% by 2025.
• By 2025, 100% of BIC consumer plastic packaging will be reusable, recyclable, or compostable.

"I am proud that we are taking BIC's circular economy journey to the next level by transforming the way we use plastic," said Gonzalve Bich, Chief Executive Officer of BIC. "BIC has been at the forefront of Sustainability for more than 15 years; it is a core element of everything we do, from how we operate to the products and solutions we bring to consumers. We know shoppers are increasingly looking for more sustainable options and that is what we will continue to deliver. It's our 4R philosophy: reducing the amount of raw materials used to make our products, including as much recycled or alternative materials as possible, making more refillable products, and improving the recyclability of our products and packaging." In 2021, additional new or improved sustainable products will be available across all of BIC's three categories. Watch a brief video about BIC's sustainability journey. These new commitments were announced as part of BIC's new "Horizon" strategy, a comprehensive plan aimed at driving growth and creating increased value by building on BIC's strengths, with an intensified focus on consumer needs and sustainability. Click here to see the press release from the event. This announcement is the latest step BIC has taken to invest in sustainable development. BIC recently joined the Plug & Play network, the largest global innovation platform for startups and corporations, to help accelerate the pace of its sustainable innovation. Prior to that, the company expanded its historical partnership in Europe with TerraCycle to collect and recycle used stationery products in Australia, New Zealand and the U.S. Since 2011, BIC and TerraCycle have recycled more than 50 million items in Europe. BIC also updated its Ubicuity outdoor furniture collection, produced from recycled BIC pens and designed for kindergarten and primary school classes, and became a member of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, which aims to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. The five goals BIC is working toward by 2025 through its "Writing the Future, Together" program, which began in 2018, are:

1. Fostering sustainable innovation by improving the environmental and/or societal footprint of its products.
2. Helping combat climate change by aiming for 80% renewable electricity usage with a long-term vision of 100%.
3. Committing to a safe work environment by aiming for zero accidents across all operations.
4. Proactively involving its suppliers to ensure the most secure, innovative, and efficient sourcing.
5. Enhancing lives through education by improving learning conditions for 250 million children, globally.

Read more about the "Writing the Future, Together" program and progress made in 2019. ABOUT BIC BIC is a world leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers. For more than 75 years, the Company has honored the tradition of providing high-quality, affordable products to consumers everywhere. Through this unwavering dedication, BIC has become one of the most recognized brands and is a trademark registered worldwide. Today, BIC products are sold in more than 160 countries around the world and feature iconic brands such as Cello®, Conté®, BIC FlexTM, Lucky Stationery, Made For YOUTM, Soleil®, Tipp-Ex®, Wite-Out®, and more. In 2019, BIC Net Sales were 1,949.4 million euros. The Company is listed on "Euronext Paris," is part of the SBF120 and CAC Mid 60 indexes and is recognized for its commitment to sustainable development and education. It received an A- Leadership score from CDP. For more, visit www.bicworld.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, or YouTube.

SHELTON, Conn., Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- BIC, a world leader in stationery, lighters and shavers, announced today that it will take its circular economy journey to the next level and transform the company's approach to plastic, significantly improving its products' environmental footprint and reducing its carbon emissions. The new commitments, part of BIC's "Writing the Future, Together" 2025 Sustainable Development program, encompasses both its packaging and products. Specifically:

• By 2030, BIC aims for 50% non-virgin petroleum plastic for its products, with a goal of 20% by 2025.
• By 2025, 100% of BIC consumer plastic packaging will be reusable, recyclable, or compostable.

"I am proud that we are taking BIC's circular economy journey to the next level by transforming the way we use plastic," said Gonzalve Bich, Chief Executive Officer of BIC. "BIC has been at the forefront of Sustainability for more than 15 years; it is a core element of everything we do, from how we operate to the products and solutions we bring to consumers. We know shoppers are increasingly looking for more sustainable options and that is what we will continue to deliver. It's our 4R philosophy: reducing the amount of raw materials used to make our products, including as much recycled or alternative materials as possible, making more refillable products, and improving the recyclability of our products and packaging." In 2021, additional new or improved sustainable products will be available across all of BIC's three categories. Watch a brief video about BIC's sustainability journey. These new commitments were announced as part of BIC's new "Horizon" strategy, a comprehensive plan aimed at driving growth and creating increased value by building on BIC's strengths, with an intensified focus on consumer needs and sustainability. Click here to see the press release from the event. This announcement is the latest step BIC has taken to invest in sustainable development. BIC recently joined the Plug & Play network, the largest global innovation platform for startups and corporations, to help accelerate the pace of its sustainable innovation. Prior to that, the company expanded its historical partnership in Europe with TerraCycle to collect and recycle used stationery products in Australia, New Zealand and the U.S. Since 2011, BIC and TerraCycle have recycled more than 50 million items in Europe. BIC also updated its Ubicuity outdoor furniture collection, produced from recycled BIC pens and designed for kindergarten and primary school classes, and became a member of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, which aims to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. The five goals BIC is working toward by 2025 through its "Writing the Future, Together" program, which began in 2018, are:

1. Fostering sustainable innovation by improving the environmental and/or societal footprint of its products.
2. Helping combat climate change by aiming for 80% renewable electricity usage with a long-term vision of 100%.
3. Committing to a safe work environment by aiming for zero accidents across all operations.
4. Proactively involving its suppliers to ensure the most secure, innovative, and efficient sourcing.
5. Enhancing lives through education by improving learning conditions for 250 million children, globally.

Read more about the "Writing the Future, Together" program and progress made in 2019. ABOUT BIC BIC is a world leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers. For more than 75 years, the Company has honored the tradition of providing high-quality, affordable products to consumers everywhere. Through this unwavering dedication, BIC has become one of the most recognized brands and is a trademark registered worldwide. Today, BIC products are sold in more than 160 countries around the world and feature iconic brands such as Cello®, Conté®, BIC FlexTM, Lucky Stationery, Made For YOUTM, Soleil®, Tipp-Ex®, Wite-Out®, and more. In 2019, BIC Net Sales were 1,949.4 million euros. The Company is listed on "Euronext Paris," is part of the SBF120 and CAC Mid 60 indexes and is recognized for its commitment to sustainable development and education. It received an A- Leadership score from CDP. For more, visit www.bicworld.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, or YouTube.

SHELTON, Conn., Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- BIC, a world leader in stationery, lighters and shavers, announced today that it will take its circular economy journey to the next level and transform the company's approach to plastic, significantly improving its products' environmental footprint and reducing its carbon emissions. The new commitments, part of BIC's "Writing the Future, Together" 2025 Sustainable Development program, encompasses both its packaging and products. Specifically:

• By 2030, BIC aims for 50% non-virgin petroleum plastic for its products, with a goal of 20% by 2025.
• By 2025, 100% of BIC consumer plastic packaging will be reusable, recyclable, or compostable.

"I am proud that we are taking BIC's circular economy journey to the next level by transforming the way we use plastic," said Gonzalve Bich, Chief Executive Officer of BIC. "BIC has been at the forefront of Sustainability for more than 15 years; it is a core element of everything we do, from how we operate to the products and solutions we bring to consumers. We know shoppers are increasingly looking for more sustainable options and that is what we will continue to deliver. It's our 4R philosophy: reducing the amount of raw materials used to make our products, including as much recycled or alternative materials as possible, making more refillable products, and improving the recyclability of our products and packaging." In 2021, additional new or improved sustainable products will be available across all of BIC's three categories. Watch a brief video about BIC's sustainability journey. These new commitments were announced as part of BIC's new "Horizon" strategy, a comprehensive plan aimed at driving growth and creating increased value by building on BIC's strengths, with an intensified focus on consumer needs and sustainability. Click here to see the press release from the event. This announcement is the latest step BIC has taken to invest in sustainable development. BIC recently joined the Plug & Play network, the largest global innovation platform for startups and corporations, to help accelerate the pace of its sustainable innovation. Prior to that, the company expanded its historical partnership in Europe with TerraCycle to collect and recycle used stationery products in Australia, New Zealand and the U.S. Since 2011, BIC and TerraCycle have recycled more than 50 million items in Europe. BIC also updated its Ubicuity outdoor furniture collection, produced from recycled BIC pens and designed for kindergarten and primary school classes, and became a member of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, which aims to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. The five goals BIC is working toward by 2025 through its "Writing the Future, Together" program, which began in 2018, are:

1. Fostering sustainable innovation by improving the environmental and/or societal footprint of its products.
2. Helping combat climate change by aiming for 80% renewable electricity usage with a long-term vision of 100%.
3. Committing to a safe work environment by aiming for zero accidents across all operations.
4. Proactively involving its suppliers to ensure the most secure, innovative, and efficient sourcing.
5. Enhancing lives through education by improving learning conditions for 250 million children, globally.

Read more about the "Writing the Future, Together" program and progress made in 2019. ABOUT BIC BIC is a world leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers. For more than 75 years, the Company has honored the tradition of providing high-quality, affordable products to consumers everywhere. Through this unwavering dedication, BIC has become one of the most recognized brands and is a trademark registered worldwide. Today, BIC products are sold in more than 160 countries around the world and feature iconic brands such as Cello®, Conté®, BIC FlexTM, Lucky Stationery, Made For YOUTM, Soleil®, Tipp-Ex®, Wite-Out®, and more. In 2019, BIC Net Sales were 1,949.4 million euros. The Company is listed on "Euronext Paris," is part of the SBF120 and CAC Mid 60 indexes and is recognized for its commitment to sustainable development and education. It received an A- Leadership score from CDP. For more, visit www.bicworld.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, or YouTube.

SHELTON, Conn., Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- BIC, a world leader in stationery, lighters and shavers, announced today that it will take its circular economy journey to the next level and transform the company's approach to plastic, significantly improving its products' environmental footprint and reducing its carbon emissions. The new commitments, part of BIC's "Writing the Future, Together" 2025 Sustainable Development program, encompasses both its packaging and products. Specifically:

• By 2030, BIC aims for 50% non-virgin petroleum plastic for its products, with a goal of 20% by 2025.
• By 2025, 100% of BIC consumer plastic packaging will be reusable, recyclable, or compostable.

"I am proud that we are taking BIC's circular economy journey to the next level by transforming the way we use plastic," said Gonzalve Bich, Chief Executive Officer of BIC. "BIC has been at the forefront of Sustainability for more than 15 years; it is a core element of everything we do, from how we operate to the products and solutions we bring to consumers. We know shoppers are increasingly looking for more sustainable options and that is what we will continue to deliver. It's our 4R philosophy: reducing the amount of raw materials used to make our products, including as much recycled or alternative materials as possible, making more refillable products, and improving the recyclability of our products and packaging." In 2021, additional new or improved sustainable products will be available across all of BIC's three categories. Watch a brief video about BIC's sustainability journey. These new commitments were announced as part of BIC's new "Horizon" strategy, a comprehensive plan aimed at driving growth and creating increased value by building on BIC's strengths, with an intensified focus on consumer needs and sustainability. Click here to see the press release from the event. This announcement is the latest step BIC has taken to invest in sustainable development. BIC recently joined the Plug & Play network, the largest global innovation platform for startups and corporations, to help accelerate the pace of its sustainable innovation. Prior to that, the company expanded its historical partnership in Europe with TerraCycle to collect and recycle used stationery products in Australia, New Zealand and the U.S. Since 2011, BIC and TerraCycle have recycled more than 50 million items in Europe. BIC also updated its Ubicuity outdoor furniture collection, produced from recycled BIC pens and designed for kindergarten and primary school classes, and became a member of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, which aims to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. The five goals BIC is working toward by 2025 through its "Writing the Future, Together" program, which began in 2018, are:

1. Fostering sustainable innovation by improving the environmental and/or societal footprint of its products.
2. Helping combat climate change by aiming for 80% renewable electricity usage with a long-term vision of 100%.
3. Committing to a safe work environment by aiming for zero accidents across all operations.
4. Proactively involving its suppliers to ensure the most secure, innovative, and efficient sourcing.
5. Enhancing lives through education by improving learning conditions for 250 million children, globally.

Read more about the "Writing the Future, Together" program and progress made in 2019. ABOUT BIC BIC is a world leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers. For more than 75 years, the Company has honored the tradition of providing high-quality, affordable products to consumers everywhere. Through this unwavering dedication, BIC has become one of the most recognized brands and is a trademark registered worldwide. Today, BIC products are sold in more than 160 countries around the world and feature iconic brands such as Cello®, Conté®, BIC FlexTM, Lucky Stationery, Made For YOUTM, Soleil®, Tipp-Ex®, Wite-Out®, and more. In 2019, BIC Net Sales were 1,949.4 million euros. The Company is listed on "Euronext Paris," is part of the SBF120 and CAC Mid 60 indexes and is recognized for its commitment to sustainable development and education. It received an A- Leadership score from CDP. For more, visit www.bicworld.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, or YouTube.

SHELTON, Conn., Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- BIC, a world leader in stationery, lighters and shavers, announced today that it will take its circular economy journey to the next level and transform the company's approach to plastic, significantly improving its products' environmental footprint and reducing its carbon emissions. The new commitments, part of BIC's "Writing the Future, Together" 2025 Sustainable Development program, encompasses both its packaging and products. Specifically:

• By 2030, BIC aims for 50% non-virgin petroleum plastic for its products, with a goal of 20% by 2025.
• By 2025, 100% of BIC consumer plastic packaging will be reusable, recyclable, or compostable.

"I am proud that we are taking BIC's circular economy journey to the next level by transforming the way we use plastic," said Gonzalve Bich, Chief Executive Officer of BIC. "BIC has been at the forefront of Sustainability for more than 15 years; it is a core element of everything we do, from how we operate to the products and solutions we bring to consumers. We know shoppers are increasingly looking for more sustainable options and that is what we will continue to deliver. It's our 4R philosophy: reducing the amount of raw materials used to make our products, including as much recycled or alternative materials as possible, making more refillable products, and improving the recyclability of our products and packaging." In 2021, additional new or improved sustainable products will be available across all of BIC's three categories. Watch a brief video about BIC's sustainability journey. These new commitments were announced as part of BIC's new "Horizon" strategy, a comprehensive plan aimed at driving growth and creating increased value by building on BIC's strengths, with an intensified focus on consumer needs and sustainability. Click here to see the press release from the event. This announcement is the latest step BIC has taken to invest in sustainable development. BIC recently joined the Plug & Play network, the largest global innovation platform for startups and corporations, to help accelerate the pace of its sustainable innovation. Prior to that, the company expanded its historical partnership in Europe with TerraCycle to collect and recycle used stationery products in Australia, New Zealand and the U.S. Since 2011, BIC and TerraCycle have recycled more than 50 million items in Europe. BIC also updated its Ubicuity outdoor furniture collection, produced from recycled BIC pens and designed for kindergarten and primary school classes, and became a member of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, which aims to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. The five goals BIC is working toward by 2025 through its "Writing the Future, Together" program, which began in 2018, are:

1. Fostering sustainable innovation by improving the environmental and/or societal footprint of its products.
2. Helping combat climate change by aiming for 80% renewable electricity usage with a long-term vision of 100%.
3. Committing to a safe work environment by aiming for zero accidents across all operations.
4. Proactively involving its suppliers to ensure the most secure, innovative, and efficient sourcing.
5. Enhancing lives through education by improving learning conditions for 250 million children, globally.

Read more about the "Writing the Future, Together" program and progress made in 2019. ABOUT BIC BIC is a world leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers. For more than 75 years, the Company has honored the tradition of providing high-quality, affordable products to consumers everywhere. Through this unwavering dedication, BIC has become one of the most recognized brands and is a trademark registered worldwide. Today, BIC products are sold in more than 160 countries around the world and feature iconic brands such as Cello®, Conté®, BIC FlexTM, Lucky Stationery, Made For YOUTM, Soleil®, Tipp-Ex®, Wite-Out®, and more. In 2019, BIC Net Sales were 1,949.4 million euros. The Company is listed on "Euronext Paris," is part of the SBF120 and CAC Mid 60 indexes and is recognized for its commitment to sustainable development and education. It received an A- Leadership score from CDP. For more, visit www.bicworld.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, or YouTube.

SHELTON, Conn., Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- BIC, a world leader in stationery, lighters and shavers, announced today that it will take its circular economy journey to the next level and transform the company's approach to plastic, significantly improving its products' environmental footprint and reducing its carbon emissions. The new commitments, part of BIC's "Writing the Future, Together" 2025 Sustainable Development program, encompasses both its packaging and products. Specifically:

• By 2030, BIC aims for 50% non-virgin petroleum plastic for its products, with a goal of 20% by 2025.
• By 2025, 100% of BIC consumer plastic packaging will be reusable, recyclable, or compostable.

"I am proud that we are taking BIC's circular economy journey to the next level by transforming the way we use plastic," said Gonzalve Bich, Chief Executive Officer of BIC. "BIC has been at the forefront of Sustainability for more than 15 years; it is a core element of everything we do, from how we operate to the products and solutions we bring to consumers. We know shoppers are increasingly looking for more sustainable options and that is what we will continue to deliver. It's our 4R philosophy: reducing the amount of raw materials used to make our products, including as much recycled or alternative materials as possible, making more refillable products, and improving the recyclability of our products and packaging." In 2021, additional new or improved sustainable products will be available across all of BIC's three categories. Watch a brief video about BIC's sustainability journey. These new commitments were announced as part of BIC's new "Horizon" strategy, a comprehensive plan aimed at driving growth and creating increased value by building on BIC's strengths, with an intensified focus on consumer needs and sustainability. Click here to see the press release from the event. This announcement is the latest step BIC has taken to invest in sustainable development. BIC recently joined the Plug & Play network, the largest global innovation platform for startups and corporations, to help accelerate the pace of its sustainable innovation. Prior to that, the company expanded its historical partnership in Europe with TerraCycle to collect and recycle used stationery products in Australia, New Zealand and the U.S. Since 2011, BIC and TerraCycle have recycled more than 50 million items in Europe. BIC also updated its Ubicuity outdoor furniture collection, produced from recycled BIC pens and designed for kindergarten and primary school classes, and became a member of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, which aims to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. The five goals BIC is working toward by 2025 through its "Writing the Future, Together" program, which began in 2018, are:

1. Fostering sustainable innovation by improving the environmental and/or societal footprint of its products.
2. Helping combat climate change by aiming for 80% renewable electricity usage with a long-term vision of 100%.
3. Committing to a safe work environment by aiming for zero accidents across all operations.
4. Proactively involving its suppliers to ensure the most secure, innovative, and efficient sourcing.
5. Enhancing lives through education by improving learning conditions for 250 million children, globally.

Read more about the "Writing the Future, Together" program and progress made in 2019. ABOUT BIC BIC is a world leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers. For more than 75 years, the Company has honored the tradition of providing high-quality, affordable products to consumers everywhere. Through this unwavering dedication, BIC has become one of the most recognized brands and is a trademark registered worldwide. Today, BIC products are sold in more than 160 countries around the world and feature iconic brands such as Cello®, Conté®, BIC FlexTM, Lucky Stationery, Made For YOUTM, Soleil®, Tipp-Ex®, Wite-Out®, and more. In 2019, BIC Net Sales were 1,949.4 million euros. The Company is listed on "Euronext Paris," is part of the SBF120 and CAC Mid 60 indexes and is recognized for its commitment to sustainable development and education. It received an A- Leadership score from CDP. For more, visit www.bicworld.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, or YouTube.

SHELTON, Conn., Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- BIC, a world leader in stationery, lighters and shavers, announced today that it will take its circular economy journey to the next level and transform the company's approach to plastic, significantly improving its products' environmental footprint and reducing its carbon emissions. The new commitments, part of BIC's "Writing the Future, Together" 2025 Sustainable Development program, encompasses both its packaging and products. Specifically:

• By 2030, BIC aims for 50% non-virgin petroleum plastic for its products, with a goal of 20% by 2025.
• By 2025, 100% of BIC consumer plastic packaging will be reusable, recyclable, or compostable.

"I am proud that we are taking BIC's circular economy journey to the next level by transforming the way we use plastic," said Gonzalve Bich, Chief Executive Officer of BIC. "BIC has been at the forefront of Sustainability for more than 15 years; it is a core element of everything we do, from how we operate to the products and solutions we bring to consumers. We know shoppers are increasingly looking for more sustainable options and that is what we will continue to deliver. It's our 4R philosophy: reducing the amount of raw materials used to make our products, including as much recycled or alternative materials as possible, making more refillable products, and improving the recyclability of our products and packaging." In 2021, additional new or improved sustainable products will be available across all of BIC's three categories. Watch a brief video about BIC's sustainability journey. These new commitments were announced as part of BIC's new "Horizon" strategy, a comprehensive plan aimed at driving growth and creating increased value by building on BIC's strengths, with an intensified focus on consumer needs and sustainability. Click here to see the press release from the event. This announcement is the latest step BIC has taken to invest in sustainable development. BIC recently joined the Plug & Play network, the largest global innovation platform for startups and corporations, to help accelerate the pace of its sustainable innovation. Prior to that, the company expanded its historical partnership in Europe with TerraCycle to collect and recycle used stationery products in Australia, New Zealand and the U.S. Since 2011, BIC and TerraCycle have recycled more than 50 million items in Europe. BIC also updated its Ubicuity outdoor furniture collection, produced from recycled BIC pens and designed for kindergarten and primary school classes, and became a member of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, which aims to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. The five goals BIC is working toward by 2025 through its "Writing the Future, Together" program, which began in 2018, are:

1. Fostering sustainable innovation by improving the environmental and/or societal footprint of its products.
2. Helping combat climate change by aiming for 80% renewable electricity usage with a long-term vision of 100%.
3. Committing to a safe work environment by aiming for zero accidents across all operations.
4. Proactively involving its suppliers to ensure the most secure, innovative, and efficient sourcing.
5. Enhancing lives through education by improving learning conditions for 250 million children, globally.

Read more about the "Writing the Future, Together" program and progress made in 2019. ABOUT BIC BIC is a world leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers. For more than 75 years, the Company has honored the tradition of providing high-quality, affordable products to consumers everywhere. Through this unwavering dedication, BIC has become one of the most recognized brands and is a trademark registered worldwide. Today, BIC products are sold in more than 160 countries around the world and feature iconic brands such as Cello®, Conté®, BIC FlexTM, Lucky Stationery, Made For YOUTM, Soleil®, Tipp-Ex®, Wite-Out®, and more. In 2019, BIC Net Sales were 1,949.4 million euros. The Company is listed on "Euronext Paris," is part of the SBF120 and CAC Mid 60 indexes and is recognized for its commitment to sustainable development and education. It received an A- Leadership score from CDP. For more, visit www.bicworld.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, or YouTube.