Beiersdorf
Beiersdorf AG, a leading global player in the personal care industry, is headquartered in Hamburg, Germany. Founded in 1882, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Beiersdorf is renowned for its innovative skincare products, with iconic brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin, and La Prairie, each distinguished by their commitment to quality and dermatological expertise. Over the years, Beiersdorf has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of the first NIVEA cream in 1911, which revolutionised skincare. Today, the company holds a prominent market position, consistently ranking among the top skincare brands worldwide. With a focus on sustainability and consumer trust, Beiersdorf continues to lead the way in developing effective, skin-friendly solutions that cater to diverse consumer needs.
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Beiersdorf's score of 35 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Beiersdorf's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Beiersdorf reported total carbon emissions of approximately 79,032,000 kg CO2e, comprising 20,973,960 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,552,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 2,394,085,030 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a notable reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to previous years, reflecting the company's ongoing commitment to sustainability. Over the years, Beiersdorf has demonstrated a consistent effort to manage its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2022, the total emissions were about 91,680,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 90,358,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 1,322,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking and reducing its environmental impact. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their recent reports, Beiersdorf's emissions data suggests a trend towards lower emissions intensity, particularly in Scope 1 and 2 categories. The company continues to focus on improving its sustainability practices, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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Add to project| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Beiersdorf is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
