ADA Cosmetics International GmbH
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021-01 to 2022-12, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2021-01 to 2022-12
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:3,641 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:504 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:3,137 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:37% (electricity)
Total Energy Consumption:6,966,022 kWh/year
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:489.75 tons/year (Germany only)
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate protection
- Product ingredients
- Employee appreciation
- Animal welfare
- Supply chain responsibility
- Circular economy
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions (Scope 1 & 2) from 3,585 tons in 2021 to 3,641 tons in 2022 (Note: This shows a slight increase, not a reduction. The report mentions a target of 35% reduction by 2026).
- Switched to 100% renewable electricity for all office and production sites in Germany since 2012.
- Implemented cold process in production of cleaning products, saving 45kg of CO2 per metric ton of finished product.
- Increased Cradle to Cradle Certified performance level from BRONZE in 2019 to SILVER in 2023.
- Achieved a B+++ score (RecyClass) for the new Chopard Hotel Collection due to sustainable material choices.
Social Achievements
- Invested €90,000 in employee training in 2022.
- Recruited 16 new apprentices in Germany in 2022.
- 75% takeover rate for apprentices, dual students, and interns in Germany in 2022.
- Average employee tenure of 7.1 years in 2022.
- Supported the ‘Hanauerland Werkstätten’ facility for people with disabilities, ordering over 180,000 products from them in 2022.
- Participated in World Cleanup Day in 2022.
Governance Achievements
- Implemented integrated management systems at headquarters and production sites for environmental issues, safety, and compliance.
- ISO certifications for environmental and safety management systems in Germany and the Czech Republic.
- Regular compliance audits at headquarters.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Convert entire company car fleet to 100% renewable energy by the end of 2026.
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce total Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 35% by the end of 2026.
- Define further eco-design criteria for product development by 2023.
- Issue Diversity & Inclusion policy by 2023.
- Implement a whistleblowing system by 2023.
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Climate change and its impact on operations and supply chains.
- High workload and lack of resources for some employees.
Mitigation Strategies
- Targeted reorganization to relieve excessive workloads.
- Targeted hiring of new employees to address missing competencies.
- Implementation of feedback mechanisms and employee surveys to address concerns.
- Investing in energy-efficient systems and processes.
- Setting a science-based target for Scope 3 emissions.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Responsible Sourcing Policy
- Product Ingredients Policy
- Raw Material Requirements for New Development Policy
- Responsible and Sustainable Sourcing of Palm Oils Policy
- Non-Animal Testing Policy
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015 (Czech Republic and Germany), ISO 14001:2015 (Czech Republic and Germany), ISO 45001:2018 (Czech Republic), Cradle to Cradle Certified® Silver
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Game-Changer collection
- Chopard Hotel Collection
Awards & Recognition
- Silver medal from EcoVadis (2022)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:53.658 tCO2e (location-based)
Scope 1 Emissions:586 tCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:2.693 tCO2e (location-based)
Scope 3 Emissions:49.906 tCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:27.2%
Total Energy Consumption:7.394.645 kWh
Water Consumption:25.247 m3
Waste Generated:664 tons
Carbon Intensity:467.55 tCO2e/Mio. € (location-based)
ESG Focus Areas
- Circular Economy
- Climate Protection
- Product Ingredients
- Employee Well-being
- Sustainable Supply Chain
- Animal Welfare
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced waste by 20% compared to 2022 (664 tons in 2023)
- Manufactured 20% more dispensers and 33% fewer small portion bottles than in 2022
- Increased share of RSPO-certified palm oil to almost 93% (aiming for 100% by end of 2025)
- Developed a pioneering mono-material pump dispenser designed for full recyclability
- 100% renewable electricity for all office and production sites in Germany, Austria, and the UK; 350 kWh of renewable energy per year in Czech Republic
Social Achievements
- Implemented an external whistleblowing system (Compliance One), receiving three complaints in 2023
- Updated Group Code of Conduct in 2023 to include all fundamental human rights
- Created a Menopause Policy and provided awareness courses to UK staff
- Donated more than 41 tons of body cleansing and care products to 19 different organizations worldwide
- Joined Sedex in 2023 to promote sustainable supply chain solutions
Governance Achievements
- Awarded a Silver medal by EcoVadis for the second consecutive year in 2023
- Pledged to support the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) on human rights, labor, the environment and anti-corruption
- Carried out a Compliance Audit in Germany in 2023 to ensure adherence to global standards
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by 2030
- Set ambitious Scope 3 targets in 2024
- Achieve ISO certification at Malaysian site in 2025
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce water consumption at production sites and offices
- Achieve 100% RSPO-certified palm oil by the end of 2025
- Train all ADA employees on the updated Group Code of Conduct by the end of 2024
- 45% of dry and set accessory items to have no plastic in their primary packaging by the end of 2024
Environmental Challenges
- Climate change and its impact on global stability and human rights
- Supply chain risks related to human rights and environmental impact
- Reducing Scope 3 emissions
Mitigation Strategies
- Joined Sedex for sustainable supply chain solutions
- Conducting a Human Rights Risk assessment and Biodiversity Risk Assessment
- Setting science-based targets to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by 2030; planning to set ambitious Scope 3 targets in 2024
- Implementing various initiatives to reduce water consumption and waste generation
- Developing new sustainable products and packaging
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Responsible Sourcing Policy
- Supplier Code of Conduct & Ethics
- Non-animal testing certification requirement
- Updated supplier scorecard with sustainability criteria
- New supplier onboarding process
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards, UN Global Compact, EcoVadis, Cradle to Cradle
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015 (Czech Republic and Germany), ISO 14001:2015 (Czech Republic and Germany), ISO 45001:2018 (Czech Republic), Cradle to Cradle Certified® Silver
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation)
- Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
- Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
- Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
- Goal 13 (Climate Action)
- Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals)
Various initiatives contributing to these goals are described throughout the report.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Mono-material pump dispenser
- Plastic-free accessories
- Refillable solutions
- Products with high share of natural ingredients
Awards & Recognition
- EcoVadis Silver medal (2023)