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Schwan Cosmetics

Schwan Cosmetics GmbH, a leading name in the cosmetics industry, is headquartered in the picturesque town of Schwabmünchen, Germany. Established in 1927, the company has evolved into a global player, with significant operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Specialising in the development and production of high-quality cosmetic products, Schwan Cosmetics is renowned for its innovative solutions in the areas of lip care, eye make-up, and skin care. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, Schwan Cosmetics stands out for its unique formulations and customisation capabilities. The company has achieved notable milestones, including numerous awards for product excellence and a strong market position as a trusted partner for leading beauty brands. Schwan Cosmetics continues to shape the future of cosmetics with its dedication to quality and innovation.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Schwan Cosmetics'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.

38

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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Schwan Cosmetics's score of 38 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Schwan Cosmetics's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Schwan Cosmetics reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10.1 million tonnes CO2e, comprising 3.7 million tonnes from Scope 1 and 6.4 million tonnes from Scope 2 emissions. The company also recorded significant Scope 3 emissions, amounting to about 27.5 million tonnes CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation, and employee commuting. Over the years, Schwan Cosmetics has made notable progress in reducing its emissions. From 2017 to 2023, the company decreased its Scope 1 and 2 emissions from approximately 24.9 million tonnes CO2e to about 10.1 million tonnes CO2e, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and climate action. Schwan Cosmetics has set long-term climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment. This ambitious target underscores the company's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its overall carbon footprint.

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17,480,930
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Schwan Cosmetics's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), 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. Schwan Cosmetics is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Schwan Cosmetics is committed to some 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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