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 reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Beiersdorf reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,115,113,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 73,072,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,745,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 2,040,295,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% absolute reduction in energy-related Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, using 2018 as a baseline. Additionally, Beiersdorf targets a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. Looking further ahead, Beiersdorf has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2045. This long-term strategy includes a 70% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 40% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2032, both from a 2018 baseline. By 2045, the company aims for a 90% reduction in all scopes of emissions. These targets are part of Beiersdorf's broader sustainability strategy, which is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects its commitment to addressing climate change effectively. The emissions data and targets are cascaded from its parent company, Beiersdorf Aktiengesellschaft, ensuring a unified approach to sustainability across the corporate family.
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| 2012 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 22,017,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 51,571,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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