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Furniture Manufacturing
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updated 22 days ago

Mary Kay

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Mary Kay Inc., a renowned name in the beauty industry, is headquartered in the United States, with a significant presence across North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond. Founded in 1963 by Mary Kay Ash, the company has established itself as a leader in skincare and cosmetics, offering a diverse range of products that cater to various beauty needs. Mary Kay is celebrated for its innovative formulations and commitment to empowering women through entrepreneurship. Its core offerings include skincare, colour cosmetics, and fragrance, all distinguished by high-quality ingredients and a focus on customer satisfaction. Over the decades, Mary Kay has achieved notable milestones, including a robust global sales force and recognition for its philanthropic efforts. With a strong market position, Mary Kay continues to inspire beauty enthusiasts and entrepreneurs alike.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Mary Kay'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.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Mary Kay's score of 26 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Mary Kay's reported carbon emissions

Mary Kay, headquartered in the US, has made significant commitments to reduce its carbon emissions, although specific emissions data is currently unavailable. The company has set an ambitious target to reduce its carbon footprint by 30% across Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, building on its ongoing sustainability initiatives. In 2023, Mary Kay's parent company, Mary Kay Inc., reported a 44% reduction in carbon emissions compared to 2008, reflecting a strong commitment to energy efficiency and renewable energy practices. This reduction is part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability across its operations. As a current subsidiary of Mary Kay Inc., the company's climate commitments align with industry standards, focusing on absolute reductions in emissions. Mary Kay's initiatives demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change and contributing to a more sustainable future.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mary Kay's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Mary Kay is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Mary Kay is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

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