Ulta Beauty
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.
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Ulta Beauty's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ulta Beauty reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,040,470,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 8,477,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 86,996,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 2,023,047,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 3 emissions from 2023, which were about 2,091,279,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 1 and 2 emissions remained relatively stable. Ulta Beauty has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 28% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, specifically those associated with the use of sold products, by the same year. Furthermore, Ulta Beauty is committed to ensuring that 68% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2027. The company has also initiated energy efficiency investments, estimating a reduction in energy use of about 1.5% year over year. Ulta Beauty's overarching goal is to bring its Scope 1 and 2 emissions close to zero by the mid-2020s, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action within the retail sector.
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| 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,385,900 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 143,618,800 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 5,809,200 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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