Energy Efficiency, GHG Emissions, Industrial  -  June 24, 2024

Edgewell’s Emissions Decline by 23.5%

Edgewell Personal Care Company, a consumer products manufacturer, lowered its Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 23.5% versus FY19 baseline.

As announced in its fiscal 2023 Sustainability Report, the company also exceeded its 10% energy reduction goal by 2030 ahead of schedule, reducing energy use by 11.3% against FY19 baseline.

In fiscal 2023, Edgewell made progress in advancing its sustainability objectives by lowering its virgin petroleum-based plastic in packaging in the razors and blades segment by 55.8% versus a FY19 baseline, exceeding its 50% reduction goal ahead of schedule. The company also reduced its virgin petroleum-based plastic in disposable razor handles by 22.9% and achieved an 8% reduction in virgin petroleum-based plastic feminine care products versus a FY19 baseline.

Edgewell was recognized as a Climate Leader in America in USA Today's ranking of U.S. companies that have achieved the greatest reductions in core GHG emissions intensity.

"With the launch of this year's report, I continue to have an optimistic outlook on our company's growth strategy and sustainability journey,” said Rod Little, CEO of Edgewell Personal Care, in a statement. “I am pleased to say that our business continues to deliver consistent, structural top-line growth, fueled by a stronger portfolio of brands and underpinned by the strides we have made across brand building, product innovation, retail execution and eCommerce activation. Sustainability is one of the most important topics facing our global future and equally important is the vibrant culture and people that make up our organization. By continually striving to work toward our sustainability commitments throughout the business and wherever possible, we demonstrate our dedication and commitment to doing our small part to care for our planet and I am confident that Edgewell will continue to make progress moving forward."