Public Profile

The Body Shop

The Body Shop, a renowned British cosmetics and skincare brand, is headquartered in Littlehampton, GB. Founded in 1976, the company has established itself as a pioneer in ethical beauty, focusing on natural ingredients and sustainable practices. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, The Body Shop offers a diverse range of products, including skincare, body care, and makeup, all distinguished by their commitment to cruelty-free and environmentally friendly formulations. Over the years, The Body Shop has achieved significant milestones, such as being one of the first brands to advocate for fair trade and community trade practices. Its dedication to social and environmental responsibility has solidified its position as a leader in the beauty industry, appealing to conscious consumers seeking quality products that align with their values.

DitchCarbon Score

How does The Body Shop'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.

18

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

The Body Shop's score of 18 is lower than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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The Body Shop's reported carbon emissions

The Body Shop, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year. As a result, specific figures regarding their carbon footprint, including Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, are not provided. However, The Body Shop is committed to sustainability and has undertaken various initiatives aimed at reducing its environmental impact. While no specific reduction targets or achievements are listed, the company is known for its dedication to ethical sourcing and environmental responsibility. In the absence of detailed emissions data, it is important to note that The Body Shop's climate commitments align with industry standards, focusing on reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable practices across its operations.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Body Shop'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. The Body Shop is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

The Body Shop 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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