Oriflame
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2018, 2021, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2018
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:51,500 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:5,255 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:2,696 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:43,526 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:52%
Total Energy Consumption:57,530 MWh/year
Water Consumption:133,884 m3/year
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:39.03 tCO2e/€m sales in 2018
ESG Focus Areas
- Human Rights
- Labor Practices
- Environment
- Anti-Corruption
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced relative GHG emissions (tCO2e/€m Sales) by 27% since 2010
- Reduced absolute GHG emissions by 36% since 2010
- Used 120 tonnes of Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) plastic in product packaging in 2018
- Reduced water use in factories per produced volume by 21% since 2015
- Reduced electricity use in factories per produced volume by 13% since 2015
Social Achievements
- Teamed up with LinkedIn Learning to increase on-demand learning capabilities, averaging 5 hours of training per employee
- Performance management reviews conducted for 94% of employees
Governance Achievements
- 62% of senior management at significant locations of operation are hired from the local community
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce electricity use in factories by 15% relative to produced volumes by 2020 (relative to 2015 baseline)
- Reduce water use in factories by 15% relative to produced volumes by 2020 (relative to 2015 baseline)
Environmental Challenges
- Inaccuracies in 2017 data on electricity consumption and business travel requiring recalculation
- One event in Ukraine in 2018 resulted in increased lost workdays
- Goal of training the full Global Management Team on human rights was not achieved in 2018
Mitigation Strategies
- Improved data reporting and detection of accidents from 2017 to 2018
- Implementing a packaging data system to improve reporting on packaging materials by weight
- Selected departments and individuals received training in relevant human rights aspects
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 46% of new suppliers in Asia were audited in 2018
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier assessment of sustainability management levels for new suppliers
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards (2016 version)
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Opportunity for Brand Partners
- Respect for Nature
- Passion for People
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 22% vs 2019.
- Reduced Scope 3 GHG emissions per unit sold by 24% vs 2019.
- 99% of product packaging and catalogue paper from credibly certified sources or recycled materials.
- 84% Mass Balance certified palm oil and palm kernel oil derivatives in raw materials portfolio.
Social Achievements
- Achieved gender balance target in global management team (45% women, 55% men).
- 84% of Brand Partners consider Oriflame a trustworthy brand.
- 84% of Brand Partners consider Oriflame a good opportunity to earn additional income.
- 74% of Brand Partners consider Oriflame has helped improve their business and sales skills.
- 76% of Brand Partners consider Oriflame has helped improve their self-esteem and confidence.
Governance Achievements
- Ranked 7th out of 101 global companies in the "Household products" category by Sustainalytics.
- Continued practice of having a Remuneration Committee and an Audit Committee despite delisting.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Regain sales momentum.
Environmental Challenges
- Covid-19 pandemic impacting social selling model and recruitment.
- Weak performance in China.
- Higher input costs and overall cost inflation.
- War in Ukraine affecting business operations and priorities.
Mitigation Strategies
- Stronger recruitment and activation initiatives.
- More activity-driven product segments.
- Renewed focus on social gatherings and conferences.
- Increased usage of digital sales tools (eCatalogue).
- Cost structure adjustments and improved cost efficiency.
- Price adjustments in line with inflation.
- Focus on deleveraging.
- Ensuring personal safety and providing support to employees and Brand Partners in Ukraine.
- Drastically restricted business in Russia.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Ingredients from endangered sources are never used; products are not tested on animals.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Natural hazards and disasters
Transition Risks
- Changes in environmental regulations
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Science Based Targets initiative
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Financial Times and Statista Climate Leader
- Sustainalytics ESG Industry Top Rated Company
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:358 tCO2e reduction achieved through recycled materials (indirect)
Renewable Energy Share:100% (since 2018 for own operations)
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Sustainability
- Social Responsibility
- Ethical Sourcing
- Climate Action
- Responsible Packaging
Environmental Achievements
- 95% of rinse-off products launched in 2023 were formulated to be biodegradable.
- Used more than 500 tonnes of recycled plastic and glass in product packaging, avoiding 358 tCO2e of emissions.
- Reduced absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 76% in the last decade.
- Sourced 100% renewable electricity since 2018 for all manufacturing sites, warehouses, and offices.
- Developed lighter packaging for several products, reducing waste and climate impact (e.g., 48% lighter Dream Cream packaging).
Social Achievements
- Distributed €197 million in bonuses and recognition to Brand Partners globally.
- Thousands of Brand Partners participated in the Wellness Club Coach e-learning program.
- Oriflame India awarded The Economic Times “Best Organisations for Women” 2023 Award.
- Women represent 60% of the global workforce and are well-represented in top management.
Governance Achievements
- Sustainability assessments for first-tier suppliers (through audits or EcoVadis).
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Sourcing concerns for certain ingredients (palm oil, mica).
Mitigation Strategies
- Partnerships with RSPO and RMI to promote responsible sourcing.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Aim for all first-tier suppliers to undergo sustainability assessments.
Responsible Procurement
- Partnerships with RSPO and RMI.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Novage+ Bio Activating Skincare range
- Duologi biodegradable hair care
- Venture male fragrances with natural oils and recycled glass bottles
- Tender Care balm with upcycled apple-seed oil
- Refill pouches for Duologi shampoos and Essence&Co. hand soap
Awards & Recognition
- Financial Times and Statista Climate Leader in Europe (3 years running)
- Oriflame India: The Economic Times “Best Organisations for Women” 2023 Award