Estee Lauder
Estée Lauder Companies Inc., commonly known as Estée Lauder, is a leading global beauty brand headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1946, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the cosmetics industry, specialising in skincare, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products. With a strong presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, Estée Lauder has consistently delivered innovative products that cater to diverse consumer needs. Renowned for its high-quality formulations and luxurious packaging, Estée Lauder's core offerings include iconic skincare lines such as Advanced Night Repair and a wide range of makeup products that enhance natural beauty. The brand's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, achieving notable milestones such as being one of the first to introduce anti-ageing skincare. With a reputation for excellence, Estée Lauder continues to shape the beauty landscape globally.
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Estee Lauder's score of 34 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Estee Lauder's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Estée Lauder reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 29500000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1300000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 2280500000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Historically, Estée Lauder has shown a commitment to sustainability, but the absence of defined reduction targets suggests a need for clearer strategies to address its carbon footprint. The company’s emissions profile indicates significant contributions from Scope 3, particularly from purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 975700000 kg CO2e. As a major player in the cosmetics industry, Estée Lauder's climate commitments are crucial for aligning with global sustainability goals and addressing the increasing scrutiny on corporate environmental impacts.
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Add to project| 2008 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 35,725,700 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 68,649,100 | 000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,060,947,660 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Estee Lauder 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.
