Lancôme, a prestigious French luxury cosmetics brand, is headquartered in Paris, France. Founded in 1935, the company has established itself as a leader in the beauty industry, specialising in skincare, makeup, and fragrances. With a commitment to innovation, Lancôme has introduced iconic products such as the Génifique serum and the La Vie Est Belle fragrance, which are celebrated for their quality and effectiveness. Operating in major markets across Europe, North America, and Asia, Lancôme has garnered a loyal global following. The brand is renowned for its luxurious formulations and elegant packaging, appealing to a diverse clientele. As a subsidiary of L'Oréal, Lancôme continues to thrive, consistently achieving notable milestones in sustainability and inclusivity, solidifying its position as a frontrunner in the competitive beauty landscape.
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As of the latest available data, Lancôme has not disclosed specific carbon emissions figures. However, the brand is committed to significant climate action through its parent company, L'Oréal S.A. Lancôme has inherited reduction targets from L'Oréal, which aims to reduce all greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 25% by 2030, compared to 2016 levels. This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to sustainability. Lancôme's climate initiatives are part of a broader strategy aligned with industry standards, focusing on reducing environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices. The emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from L'Oréal S.A., which serves as the source organization for these commitments. As a current subsidiary, Lancôme is actively participating in these efforts to enhance its environmental performance and contribute to global climate goals.
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| 2005 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Lancome's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and increased significantly since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 75% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Lancome 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.