Climate Change Data

The Hain Celestial Group, Inc.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021)

Reporting Period: 2021

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:1,283,626 MT CO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:86,110 MT CO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:21,950 MT CO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:1,175,506 MT CO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:TBD%
Total Energy Consumption:1,998,319 GJ/year
Water Consumption:1,702,401 m3/year
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Healthier Planet
  • Healthier Products
  • Healthier People

Environmental Achievements

  • Collected global emissions data and published carbon footprint.
  • 5 of 14 Hain Celestial operated facilities achieved nearly zero waste.
  • Reduced combined scope 1 & 2 emissions by 4.5% compared to the previous year.
  • Hain Celestial UK certified two manufacturing facilities via the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System standard, leading to a 6% sitewide energy usage reduction.

Social Achievements

  • Launched Unconscious Bias training for all non-production employees in North America.
  • Donated over 2.4M pounds of food and personal care products to families in need.
  • Established a permanent Diversity & Inclusion Council in North America.
  • Launched the Cath Empringham Working Mums Program in partnership with Career Mums Talent.

Governance Achievements

  • Revised North American Supplier Code of Conduct to include additional labor and environmental standards.
  • ESG function transitioned to the legal function to foster cross-functional collaboration and Board oversight.
  • Developed ESG related policies and statements including Global Human Rights Statement, Environmental Policy Statement, Occupational Health and Safety Policy, Supplier Code of Conduct, and Animal Welfare Commitment.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Zero waste to landfill for Hain Celestial operated facilities (2027)
Medium-term Goals:
  • 100% renewable electricity for Hain Celestial operated facilities (2025)
  • Zero food waste for Hain Celestial manufactured product (2025)
  • 100% of products have standardized recycling labeling (2025)
  • Adopt a global volunteering program offering paid time off for all employees (2022)
Short-term Goals:
  • Develop scope 1, 2, 3 emissions targets and achieve validation by the Science-Based Targets initiative (2023)
  • Publish a global sustainable packaging strategy (2023)
  • Adopt and implement Hain Celestial Healthier Product Standards (2025)
  • Increase female representation in leadership positions globally and diverse representation in leadership in the U.S. (Annual)

Environmental Challenges

  • Scope 3 emissions make up 91% of their carbon footprint.
  • Need to reduce packaging footprint (23% of scope 3 emissions).
  • Need to improve water management in water-stressed areas (California, Colorado, and India).
  • Need to address equity in the workforce and develop a more diverse workforce.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Developing a Science-Based Target for scope 3 emissions.
  • Developing a global sustainable packaging strategy (to be reported in 2023).
  • Using the World Resources Institute (WRI) Water Risk Aqueduct tool to identify and prioritize water reduction initiatives.
  • Implementing programs to increase female representation in leadership and diverse representation in leadership in the U.S.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Every two years for compliance and quality, plus annual Global Food Safety Initiative audits

Responsible Procurement
  • Supplier Code of Conduct (including environmental and human rights requirements)
  • Preference for SEDEX members (UK and EU)
  • Use of certifications (USDA Organic, EU Organic, Fair Trade, UTZ)

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Not disclosed
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Greenhouse Gas Protocol, SASB

Certifications: ISO 14001

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • The Greek Gods® Less Sugar Keto-Friendly Greek Style Yogurt
  • Low-Sodium Imagine® Soups
  • Gluten-Free Garden of Eatin’® Tortilla Chips
  • Celestial Seasonings® TEA WELL Organic Gut Health Tea
  • Vegan and Soy-free Yves® falafel balls and Kale & Quinoa Bites

Awards & Recognition

  • Not disclosed