Dr. Bronner's
Dr. Bronner's, officially known as Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps, is a pioneering company in the personal care industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1948, the brand has become synonymous with organic and fair trade products, primarily focusing on liquid and bar soaps. With a commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing, Dr. Bronner's offers a unique range of multi-purpose soaps that are renowned for their biodegradable ingredients and distinctive packaging featuring the brand's iconic labels. Operating in major regions across North America and Europe, Dr. Bronner's has achieved significant milestones, including being a certified B Corporation. The company is celebrated for its dedication to social and environmental causes, positioning itself as a leader in the natural personal care market. With a loyal customer base, Dr. Bronner's continues to innovate while upholding its core values of quality, integrity, and sustainability.
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How does Dr. Bronner's's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Dr. Bronner's's score of 15 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Dr. Bronner's's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Dr. Bronner's reported carbon emissions of approximately 206,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 319,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a consistent commitment to monitoring and managing their direct and indirect emissions. In 2019, the company recorded a total of approximately 63,623,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 708,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 246,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 62,669,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Dr. Bronner's has not publicly set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further clarity on their long-term climate strategy. Overall, Dr. Bronner's demonstrates a proactive approach to understanding their carbon footprint, although more defined commitments could enhance their sustainability efforts.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2019 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 206,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 319,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | - |
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Dr. Bronner's 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.
