Sephora SAS
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)
Reporting Period: 2023
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:85%
Total Energy Consumption:291,404 MWh/year
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:3,149 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I)
- Climate Change
- Circular Economy
- Product Safety and Transparency
- Responsible Sourcing
- Community Engagement
Environmental Achievements
- Achieved a 55% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions compared to the 2019 baseline (two years ahead of target)
- 85% of global electricity consumption from renewable sources
- 94% of stores are full LED
- 8% of stores with electricity intensity > 500 kWh/sqm
Social Achievements
- Achieved 2% employee representation of people with disabilities by 2023 (ahead of target)
- 63% of women in Group Key Positions
- 71% of women candidates in GKP succession plans
- Launched Sephora Classes for Confidence, reaching over 1,038 participants in 2023
- Donated €10.4 million to communities in need
Governance Achievements
- Developed first Red Heart and Green Heart strategic roadmaps
- Established a Global Purpose team reporting to the CEO
- Implemented DE&I training for 41% of employees globally
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Reduce Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by -50% by 2026 (vs 2019 baseline)
- Achieve 100% renewable or low-carbon energy by 2026
- Reduce plastic & paper waste by 2-4k tons by 2026
Short-term Goals:
- Increase women in Group Key Positions to 60% by 2023
- Increase women in GKP succession plans to 100% by 2026
- Achieve 2% people with disabilities employed by 2025
Environmental Challenges
- Reducing Scope 3 emissions (particularly from product manufacturing and use)
- Reducing waste from direct operations and e-commerce
- Ensuring responsible sourcing throughout the supply chain
- Maintaining high levels of employee engagement and satisfaction
Mitigation Strategies
- Implementing energy-saving solutions in stores and facilities
- Optimizing e-commerce packaging and shipping
- Implementing take-back schemes for beauty empties
- Conducting supplier audits and promoting sustainable practices
- Conducting annual Global Engagement and Belonging Surveys
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Audits conducted via EcoVadis assessment for 95% of strategic purchases
Responsible Procurement
- LVMH Supplier Code of Conduct, EcoVadis assessment, sustainability guides for brands
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Null
Certifications: LEED (four sites), HQE (Paris HQ and Val De Loire office), BREEAM (Paris HQ)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Sephora Collection products with post-consumer recycled content, bio-sourced plastic, FSC-certified cartons
Awards & Recognition
- Recognised for excellence in CSR and DE&I during LVMH’s Voices of Inclusion week