At Amatus, we are committed to creating a sustainable and responsible beauty industry that protects the natural world and enriches our communities. We believe that it is our responsibility to minimise our environmental impact and contribute to a more sustainable and socially equitable future. This statement outlines our sustainability journey, highlighting our goals, success criteria, and specific actions we are taking to drive positive change within the beauty industry.
Why Sustainability Matters to Us:
As a growing company in the beauty industry, we recognise the need to address the industry's significant environmental impact. With an estimated 120 billion units of packaging created every year and as little as 9% of plastic waste ever being recycled, we are determined to be part of the solution, not the problem. Our commitment to sustainability is a fundamental aspect of our business and our values, and we strive to ensure that our practices reflect our dedication to a greener and more equitable world.
Our Goals:
- Reduce waste and embrace circular economy principles.
- Improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.
- Implement sustainable sourcing practices.
- Promote responsible transportation and distribution.
- Engage with stakeholders and raise awareness of sustainable beauty practices.
Our Success Criteria:
We will measure our success by the progress we make towards achieving our goals and the positive impact we create in the beauty industry. Our success will be reflected in increased use of recycled and recyclable materials, lower carbon emissions, improved sourcing practices, and widespread engagement with our stakeholders on sustainability issues.
Our Sustainability Story:
We have already made strides in our sustainability journey, with all our products being sold in 100% recycled and recyclable packaging. We also prioritise sustainably sourced and chosen ingredients to minimise our environmental impact. Moving forward, we will continue to innovate and implement sustainable practices throughout our operations.
Our Immediate Actions:
- Eliminate single-use plastic and replace it with eco-friendly alternatives.
- Optimise energy use in our facilities and transition to renewable energy sources.
- Develop partnerships with ethical and sustainable suppliers.
- Implement carbon offsetting initiatives for transportation, such as contributing to tree planting and supporting relevant organisations.
- Establish recycling programs and promote waste reduction both internally and among our customers.
Prioritised Improvements for the Next 12 Months:
- Benchmark our current status in these key areas and commit to improving each indicator by 10%.
- Transition to more sustainable packaging materials and designs.
- Complete a comprehensive energy audit and implement energy-saving measures.
- Create a supplier sustainability questionnaire to ensure we strengthen relationships with suppliers that prioritise sustainability.
- Evaluate our transportation and distribution networks to identify opportunities for reducing emissions.
- Develop and launch educational campaigns to raise awareness of sustainable beauty practices.
Our sustainability statement reflects our genuine commitment to fostering a greener and more responsible beauty industry. We believe that by focusing on these key areas, we can drive lasting change and contribute to a more sustainable future for our planet and communities.
