Sustainable Development

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1 Sustainable Development Cosmetics Europe s activities Manuela Coroama Cosmetics Europe

2 Contents 1. The importance of sustainable development for the cosmetics industry 2. Cosmetics Europe s approach 3. The scope of our sustainability-related activities 4. Achievements to date 5. Activities planned for

3 1. The importance of sustainable development for the cosmetics industry Cosmetics Europe s Mission: support the development of an innovative, sustainable, competitive and respected cosmetics industry in Europe, which best serves consumers. Objective with regard to sustainable development: Establish Cosmetics Europe as a credible and respected partner in the sustainability debate, representing an industry that promotes sustainable development in Europe, through common principles and initiatives. Strategic Project Team established in

4 2. Cosmetics Europe s approach Consistent & coordinated activities Communicate with one voice Membership support EU regul. framework Freedom to innovate Enable economic. sustainable business Enhance recognition Demonstrate responsibility Industry reputation Interntl. convergence Monitor global policy developments Include global scientific standards 4

5 3. The scope of our sustainability activities (1) Sustainability is all about finding a balance between Society Economy 5 Environment

6 3. The scope of our sustainability activities (2) Sustainable consumption and production Resource efficiency Environmental information reporting (e.g. environmental footprints) Consumer choice editing (e.g. Ecolabel, Eco-design) Sustainable sourcing / availability of raw materials (e.g. biodiversity) Packaging Chemicals (e.g. VOCs) Retail, Green Public Procurement 6

7 4. Achievements to date (1) Framework strategy and action plan on sustainable development (2009, revised in 2012) Guidance documents for membership: Good Sustainability Practice for the Cosmetics Industry How to apply life-cycle thinking to key categories of cosmetic products (shampoo, skin cream others to follow) 10 Steps to Sustainability: all you need to know and do for a successful start. 7

8 4. Achievements to date (2) 3 Workshops and 3 training webinars for members Presentations at events of other industry associations (EFfCI, PCPC) 2 Showcase events in the European Parliament Contributions to 2 public consultations by the European Commission 8

9 5. Activities planned for (1) Enhance awareness and knowledge within the industry Follow developments at EU and international level Actively participate in shaping policy and legislation Communicate on achievements and vision for the future Enhance synergies with other consumer goods industries, suppliers and retailers to identify common goals and actions 9

10 5. Activities planned for (2) Contribute to the development of tools for life-cycle assessment, environmental footprinting, etc. Develop positions on sustainable use of raw materials Develop guidance on how to apply life-cycle thinking for several key product categories Establish environmental profiles for key product categories, to enable broad-brush estimation of industry s environmental footprint 10

11 5. Activities planned for (3) Address the sustainable sourcing of ingredients; Contribute to the sustainable consumption of rinse-off cosmetics; Demonstrate the societal benefits of cosmetic products. 11