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Ulta Beauty, officially known as Ulta Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc., is a leading retailer in the beauty industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1990, Ulta has established itself as a prominent player in the market, offering a diverse range of products and services across its extensive network of stores primarily located in major urban and suburban regions.
Specialising in cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and fragrance, Ulta Beauty uniquely combines high-end and drugstore brands, catering to a wide array of customer preferences. The company is renowned for its salon services, providing professional hair and beauty treatments alongside its retail offerings. With a commitment to inclusivity and innovation, Ulta Beauty has achieved significant milestones, including a robust online presence and a loyal customer base, solidifying its position as a go-to destination for beauty enthusiasts across the nation.
55
DitchCarbon score
+19 vs industry average
Ulta Beauty’s score of 55 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.181
20182025
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
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Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Ulta Beauty's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ulta Beauty reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,113,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 8,477,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 86,996,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,023,047,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact.
Ulta Beauty has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company plans to reduce its Scope 3 emissions, specifically those related to the use of sold products, by 28% by 2030, also from a 2019 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C.
The company is actively investing in energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives, with a goal to reduce energy use by approximately 1.5% year over year. Ulta Beauty's commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated through its plans for 68% of its suppliers to have science-based targets by 2027, enhancing its overall supply chain sustainability.
Overall, Ulta Beauty's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to a more sustainable future.
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Ulta Beauty’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
90% reduction in Scope 2
Ulta Beauty, Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
Behind target90%
2030
90% reduction in Scope 1
Ulta Beauty, Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
Behind target90%
2030
28% reduction in scope 3 downstream
Ulta Beauty, Inc. also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions covering use of sold products 28% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
Insufficient data28%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Ulta Beauty10 months ago
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