• The fashion giant shows that sustainability can align with business growth.
• They pledge to continue in the same way, including transforming their entire business model and involving all stakeholders in the process.

L'Oréal Groupe, a French multinational personal care corporation, has achieved 100% renewable energy in 23 sites in the South Asia Pacific, Middle East, and North Africa (SAPMENA) region, two years earlier than its 2025 target.

The facilities include factories, distribution centres, a research & innovation centre and administrative offices, highlighting the fashion brand's responsibility to the planet.

The SAPMENA region, home to 40% of the world's population, is bearing the brunt of climate change. This achievement shows that sustainable practices can very well align with business growth.

To usher in sustainability, the company has used various energy sources, such as solar power, hydro dams, and electric/biomass boilers. Plus, its factories were adapted to local conditions. For example, its Indonesia factory uses hydropower from nearby dams, and in India, facilities rely on hydro, solar, and wind energy.

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Vismay Sharma, President of (SAPMENA) said: “As the world’s leading beauty player, it is critical that we embed sustainable practices into our core operations as we grow. Reaching 100% renewable energy is significant, and I’m very proud of my team’s efforts to accelerate and meet this commitment ahead of our 2025 timeline. We’re not stopping here, it is one step of many in our sustainability journey and our commitments extend far beyond.”

The company has vowed to do more to reduce energy use and emissions and improve logistics. By 2030, it aims to help consumers lower their product emissions by 25% compared to 2016. Other goals include cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2030 and getting to net zero by 2050.

To this end, the company focuses on three main areas: internal sustainability transition, engaging consumers, suppliers, and communities, and setting aside €150 million for social and environmental initiatives.

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Source: L'Oréal