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Beiersdorf AG, commonly referred to as Beiersdorf, is a renowned German multinational corporation specialising in cosmetics, beauty supplies, and perfume stores. Headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, the company operates across numerous regions, serving a global customer base with a focus on skincare and personal care products. Founded in 1882, Beiersdorf has established a long-standing reputation for innovation and quality within the beauty industry.
The company's portfolio includes well-known brands such as Nivea, Eucerin, and La Prairie, recognised for their unique formulations and commitment to skin health. Beiersdorf's expertise in research and development has positioned it as a leader in the cosmetics sector, consistently achieving notable market share and industry recognition. With a history of key milestones and a focus on sustainable growth, Beiersdorf continues to shape the future of personal care worldwide.
+37 vs industry average
Beiersdorf’s score of 96 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Stores has below-average carbon intensity
The Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Stores industry has reduced its overall emissions by 28% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Beiersdorf, a German company in the Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Stores industry, reported total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions of approximately 1.95 billion kg CO2e in 2025. In 2024, their total emissions were about 2.11 billion kg CO2e. This data is inherited from the parent company, Beiersdorf Aktiengesellschaft.
Beiersdorf has committed to several Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved climate targets, which are consistent with the 1.5°C scenario of the Paris Agreement.
Near-term targets:
Long-term targets:
Previously, Beiersdorf had also committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 30%, and Scope 3 GHG emissions by 10% by 2025 from a 2018 base year.
2045
90% reduction in Scope 1
Beiersdorf AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90.0% by 2045 from a 2018 base year.
2030
61% reduction in Scope 2
Beiersdorf AG commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 61.0% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
2030
61% reduction in Scope 1
Beiersdorf AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 61.0% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
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