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Retail Trade Services
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updated 2 months ago

Estee Lauder Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Estée Lauder Inc., a leading name in the global beauty industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1946, the company has established itself as a pioneer 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 and high-quality offerings that cater to diverse consumer needs. Renowned for its luxurious formulations and commitment to research and development, Estée Lauder's core products include advanced skincare lines, iconic makeup collections, and signature fragrances. The brand's dedication to quality and efficacy has earned it a prominent market position, making it a trusted choice among beauty enthusiasts worldwide. Notable achievements include its expansion into emerging markets and a robust portfolio of prestigious brands under its umbrella, solidifying its status as a leader in the beauty sector.

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63

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

31

Industry Benchmark

Estee Lauder Inc.'s score of 63 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Estee Lauder Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.

As of the latest available data, Estee Lauder Inc. does not report specific carbon emissions figures, indicating a lack of detailed emissions data for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of The Estée Lauder Companies Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. Estee Lauder Inc. has not outlined specific reduction targets or initiatives in its current documentation. However, it is important to note that the company is part of a broader corporate family that may have established climate commitments. The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has been involved in various sustainability initiatives, including participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), which are aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing transparency in climate-related performance. While specific emissions data and reduction targets are not available for Estee Lauder Inc., the company's affiliation with The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. suggests a commitment to sustainability and climate action, consistent with industry standards. Further details on their climate strategies may be derived from the parent company's initiatives and commitments.

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20082016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Scope 1
35,725,700
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00,000,000
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-
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
68,649,100
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00,000,000
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-
-
00,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
2,060,947,660
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-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Estee Lauder Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Estee Lauder Inc.'s primary industry is Retail Trade Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Estee Lauder Inc.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Estee Lauder Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Estee Lauder Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Estee Lauder Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 8% last year and decreased by approximately 26% since 2008, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 48% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2025
Purchased Goods and Services
48%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
27%
Capital Goods
9%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
4%
Business Travel
4%
Employee Commuting
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
Use of Sold Products
1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%

Estee Lauder 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.

Estee Lauder 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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