UK: CTPA joins 'Commit for Our Planet' initiative by Cosmetics Europe

The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA) of the UK has joined ‘Commit for Our Planet’ initiative by Cosmetic Europe which aims to reduce environmental footprint by cosmetics and personal care products industry. Cosmetics Europe has developed new tools and guidelines to facilitate companies in achieving their commitments which include:

• Development of a greenhouse gas emissions calculator for companies to acquire a better understanding of their greenhouse gas contributions.
• Development of consolidated guidelines on recycling. 
• Development of a database including nature-related risks and impacts linked to key cosmetics ingredients. 
• Development of a standard questionnaire facilitating supplier engagement.