ISDIN, S.A. Y SOCIEDADES DEPENDIENTES
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020, 2022)
Reporting Period: 2020
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:8874 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:100% (electricity in 22@ and CLM from April 2019)
Total Energy Consumption:1200 MWh/year (approx, extrapolated data)
Water Consumption:3657 m3/year
Waste Generated:316 t/year (hazardous and non-hazardous)
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Obtained B Corp certification, the first dermocosmetic company in Spain to achieve this.
- Worked on the first product line incorporating eco-design principles (baby naturals, launched January 2021).
- Part of the vehicle fleet is hybrid.
- Implemented various measures in Barcelona offices to reduce impact (waste segregation, 100% recycled paper, flow reduction filters on taps).
Social Achievements
- Certified as "Top Employers" for the second year.
- Increased percentage of women in the workforce to 63% in 2020 from 62% in 2019.
- Implemented various work-life balance measures (flexible hours, special days off, new leave types).
- Maintained a very low accident rate.
Governance Achievements
- Established a Code of Ethics and a Compliance Committee.
- Implemented a B-Right channel for ethical concerns and complaints.
- Approved the Group's Tax Policy on December 5, 2020.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Define objectives and plan for 2024, including product, planet, and people aspects of CSR.
Short-term Goals:
- Implement waste segregation and 100% recycled paper use in all subsidiaries.
- Improve product and packaging design for sustainability.
- Reduce emissions and achieve carbon neutrality.
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic impacted markets, operations, and employee work arrangements.
- Sales growth stagnated in 2020 due to the pandemic.
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented telework, flexible shifts, and safety measures.
- Created a multidisciplinary team ("Comisión Stronger") to evaluate and implement measures.
- Continued analyzing potential impacts and implementing short, medium, and long-term actions.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Code of Ethics and Conduct for suppliers; criteria for social responsibility in supplier selection and evaluation; ISO 14001 certification verification.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI
Certifications: B Corp, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485:2016
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3)
- Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure (SDG 9)
- Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12)
- Climate Action (SDG 13)
- Life Below Water (SDG 14)
- Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7)
ISDIN's activities contribute to these SDGs through product development, environmental programs, social initiatives, and ethical practices.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Baby naturals product line
Awards & Recognition
- B Corp certification
- Top Employer certification
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:76,386 tCO2e (location based) / 76,157 tCO2e (market based)
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:1675 MWh (non-renewable) / 1463 MWh (renewable)
Water Consumption:5428 m3
Waste Generated:212 tons (non-hazardous) / 5.2 tons (hazardous)
Carbon Intensity:180 tn CO2 eq/Mn€ (2022)
ESG Focus Areas
- Good Governance
- Environmental
- Social
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced direct emissions by 50% and indirect emissions intensity by 50% compared to 2018 (target for 2030)
- Achieved 100% waste valorization at Montcada logistics center since September 2021
- Improved carbon intensity from 243 tn CO2 eq/Mn€ in 2019 to 180 tn CO2 eq/Mn€ in 2022
Social Achievements
- Certified as a Top Employer for the fifth consecutive year
- Launched Speak Up program to ensure inclusion and diversity
- Invested 1% of sales in charitable projects related to skin care in 2022 (exceeding 2030 target)
Governance Achievements
- Modified Compliance Committee structure and centralized functions in a Compliance Officer role
- Updated the penal risk map to identify and detect new risks in the penal field
- Implemented training sessions on Compliance and the different crimes for which an organization can be held criminally liable
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Net zero emissions by 2050
Medium-term Goals:
- Reduce direct emissions by 50% and indirect emissions intensity by 50% by 2030
- Achieve 95% eco-designed packaging by 2030
- Use a minimum of 25% recycled materials by 2030
- All raw materials used in ISDIN products will be certified with the highest social and environmental evaluation criteria by 2030
Short-term Goals:
- Increase the weight of low-emission shipments (e.g., ship and train) and decrease air shipments
- Increase electrification of the last mile
- Achieve zero waste to landfill in all European subsidiaries
- Pilot at least one 100% electric commercial vehicle in each European subsidiary
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions and increased costs (energy, etc.) due to the pandemic and geopolitical instability
- Potential recession in key markets impacting consumption
- Climate-related risks such as extreme weather events and changes in precipitation patterns affecting raw material availability and consumer behavior
Mitigation Strategies
- Developed alternative sourcing strategies
- Implemented measures to improve energy efficiency (e.g., transition to renewable energy, insulation of warehouse)
- Reduced air freight, incorporated more sustainable routes and transport methods
- Diversification of business by opening up to new markets
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 69.6% of critical suppliers adhered to the Code of Ethics; 59% of suppliers (by purchase volume) connected with Ecovadis.
Responsible Procurement
- Code of Ethics and Conduct for suppliers
- Ecovadis certification for suppliers
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events (e.g., floods, storms)
- Changes in precipitation patterns
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes (e.g., plastic packaging regulations)
- Carbon pricing policies
- Changes in consumer preferences
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and eco-packaging
- Development of low-impact formulas
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards
Certifications: B Corp, Top Employer, ISO 45001
Third-party Assurance: Ernst & Young, S.L.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
- Goal 14: Life Below Water
- Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals
- Goal 13: Climate Action
- Goal 5: Gender Equality
ISDIN's initiatives contribute to these goals through various programs and actions detailed in the report.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- ISDIN Baby Naturals
- ISDIN Woman
- Sea Friendly sunscreens
Awards & Recognition
- B Corp
- Top Employer
- Diversity Leading Company