Avon Products, Inc. Sustainability Profile
Avon Products, Inc., commonly known as Avon, is a leading global beauty company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1886, Avon has established itself as a pioneer in the direct selling industry, primarily focusing on cosmetics, skincare, fragrance, and personal care products. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Avon has built a diverse portfolio that caters to a wide range of consumers. Renowned for its innovative approach to beauty, Avon offers unique products that empower individuals through beauty and self-expression. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the first to introduce a direct selling model, which has enabled millions of representatives worldwide to build their own businesses. As a trusted name in the beauty industry, Avon continues to maintain a strong market position, celebrated for its commitment to social causes and sustainability.
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Avon Products, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Avon Products, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 285,676,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 10,151,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 19,721,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 236,083,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, with the use of sold products contributing a substantial 788,673,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2023, Avon’s total emissions were about 410,242,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 12,590,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 24,772,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at 372,880,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a notable reduction in total emissions from 2023 to 2024. Avon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% from 2020 to 2030. This target is part of a broader strategy to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, in alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) criteria, which aims to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. The company has previously achieved a reduction of over 30% in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2005 baseline by 2020, surpassing its initial target of a 20% reduction. In 2021, Avon further reduced its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 4.6%, saving over a thousand metric tonnes of carbon. Avon Products, Inc. operates as a current subsidiary of Natura & Co Holding S.A., which influences its sustainability initiatives and targets. The emissions data and climate commitments reflect Avon’s ongoing efforts to enhance its environmental performance and contribute to global climate goals.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 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 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Avon Products, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Avon Products, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 37% last year and decreased by approximately 90% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 334% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Avon Products, Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Avon Products, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
