Medik8 is proud to announce it has strengthened its sustainability commitment with an updated, comprehensive strategy.
Medik8’s overall sustainability objective is to reduce its products’ footprint in line with the latest science, so that consumers never have to choose between results, experience and impact on the planet.
The British skincare brand’s updated sustainability strategy will be underpinned by a clear vision, strong principles and a solid, four-pillar framework:
CLIMATE ACTION: Reduce carbon emissions across the value chain, in line with science
Stand out targets include:
- Carbon Neutral by 2022 and thereafter.
- 50% reduction of carbon emission intensity by 2030.
- Achieve Net Zero by 2040.
WASTE REDUCTION: Reduce the material impact of packaging, manufacturing and operations
Stand out targets include:
- 100% packaging to be reusable, refillable or recyclable by 2026.
- 25% reduction in factory water usage by 2024 (from FY21 baseline).
- Zero Waste to Landfill by 2025.
ETHICAL BUSINESS: Always ensure the best for colleagues, suppliers, customers, animals and the planet
Stand out targets include:
- Supplier sustainability programme in place by 2023.
- 100% sourcing from responsible suppliers by 2024.
- 100% traceable & responsibly-sourced natural raw materials by 2030.
SOCIAL INVESTMENT: Have further impact on the above three pillars through direct social investment
Stand out targets include:
- Invest the higher of 0.25% EBITDA or £300,000 between 2022 and 2026.
- Select a long-term charitable partner by 2022.
Among many other impressive achievements, the brand is already Carbon Neutral certified and uses 100% renewable energy to power its offices, manufacturing and distribution centres. In 2019, Medik8 also converted all professional bottles to 100% PCR, with cartons made from responsibly-sourced paper (FSC-certified).
‘’Medik8's commitment to sustainability has always been part of who we are,” said Medik8 head of sustainability, Alexandra Florea. “But our updated strategy is taking our efforts to the next level, both in terms of ambition and of the positive impact we want to have on the world around us. It's not an easy task and we don't have all the answers, but we are very excited for the journey ahead.’’
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