Our Sustainability Vision
Sustainability continues to be the cornerstone and guiding star of Natura &Co’s purpose. With environmental concerns mounting and the urgency to address climate change intensifying, continuing our work, as we evolve and push the boundaries of our sustainable practices is imperative.
Importance, challenges, and progress
This section of the report explores the importance, challenges, and progress of sustainability within our organization. By analyzing data and insights, we aim to highlight the pivotal role of sustainability in shaping our organizational values and societal impact, giving an update on our goals since 2022. From conserving resources to engaging with communities, we'll assess current initiatives and outline a path toward a more sustainable future.
Materiality assessment
In line with best practice, we conducted a double materiality assessment encompassing both the environmental and social impacts of our activities on the economy, environment, and people.
Commitment to life
In 2023, we celebrated the third year of our Commitment to Life sustainability vision, launched in 2020, which aimed at tackling some of the world’s most urgent challenges.
Climate
Action
Our Commitment to Life vision set ambitious targets regarding climate transition in 2020: achieving Net Zero emissions, aligning with the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi) 1.5°C criteria, and setting science-based targets for scopes 1, 2, and 3 emissions for the short-term. This decarbonization journey demands collective efforts.
Biodiversity
and deforestation
Natura &Co strongly believes in the importance of championing for nature. As a business with deep roots in the Amazon, we understand the extraordinary value of nature, to individuals, communities, business, and society at large, as well as the threat it is facing.
Human Rights
Transitioning from a compliance-focused approach to a comprehensive due diligence strategy is pivotal in safeguarding human rights across our operations and supply chain.
Diversity
and inclusion
Natura &Co’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is a fundamental aspect of our sustainability vision, with a focus on underrepresented groups and the promotion of equity across all levels of the organization.
Circularity
and Packaging
We have been steadfast in our commitment to circularity and sustainable packaging, aiming to achieve measurable and positive environmental and social impact.
