Sustainability Report RS26000

LLUCH ESSENCE

 2022

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Descriptive data of the organization

Ref. GRI Standard: 102-1, 102-2, 102-3, 102-4, 102-7

Organization and activities

CORPORATE CENTER: LLUCH ESSENCE - No. of employees: 194
MAIN PLACE OF WORK: LLUCH ESSENCE SLU - No. of workers: 180

OTHER CENTERS | No. of workers: 0 |

MAIN ACTIVITY:

Lluch Essence is a family owned company with a tradition of more than 70 years in the supply of aromas and fragrances for the perfumery, cosmetics, food and feed industries. Lluch Essence's DNA is a mixture of commitment, honesty, transparency, effort, rigor and a clear vocation of service to offer customers the best materials to develop their products.

The extensive experience and relationships developed over many years have allowed to Lluch Essence to understand and satisfy the needs of its customers and share knowledge so that they perceive them as a partner and not just as a simple distributor.

Lluch Essence has 19,000 m2 between warehouse and offices, and has a portfolio of more than 3,000 permanent products in stock, which allows a very short delivery time.

Lluch Essencethrough its subsidiaries and hubs around the world, offers an efficient logistics chain to supply its customers with raw materials from the origin, as sustainable as possible.

 
ACTIVITY GROUP: Soaps, detergents and other cleaning and polishing preparations; perfumes and cosmetic products, Other chemical products, PRODUCT, MANUFACTURED PRODUCT, Food products, Chemical products, SERVICES, WHOLESALE AND RETAIL TRADE SERVICES
CNAE: 4675

Main families of products or services
 

Distribution

Contract Manufacturing

Production volumes per product/service family
 

Distribution: 90,8 %

Contract Manufacturing: 9,2 %

MAIN WEBSITE: http://www.lluche.com/

Social information

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Link here to our main social networks.

Audiovisual material

Ref. GRI Standard: 102-18, 102-19, 102-20

Governance 

GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE: 

 

Lluch Essence is a family-owned company dedicated to the worldwide distribution and marketing of essential oils and aromatic chemicals with more than 70 years of experience.

In recent years, governance mechanisms have evolved to promote sustainability in the company, moving from formal structures to more collaborative processes. Skills such as leadership, empathy and collaboration have been enhanced through the creation of new roles and the revision of the governance structure.

As part of Lluch Essence's sustainable commitment since 2021 there is the position of Technical and Sustainability Director, who is a member of the executive committee and reports annually to the board on corporate sustainability strategy and objectives.

There is also a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) team, which focuses on the creation of different projects in line with the company's ethical, social and environmental commitment.

The Executive Committee includes several people involved in the main activities of the company, all of whom assume the role of leaders in front of their teams, who report and assume the relevant responsibilities in their area of work. The structure of the Executive Committee is as follows:

  • CEO - Eva and Sofia Lluch
  • General Director - Jordi Perez Suñer
  • CFO - Cristina González
  • Sales Director - Conxa Ferrer
  • Global Category Director (Purchase Synthetics) - Christian Ritter
  • Global Category Director (Purchase Naturals) - Julia Peinado
  • HR Director - Ruben Salvatella Jimenez
  • Technical and Sustainability Director - Belen Esteve Bocos

Ref. GRI Standard: 102-53

Contact in relation to this report 

CONTACT PERSON: Belen Esteve Bocos - Position: Technical and Sustainability Director


Direct phone: 679389182 Mail: rsc@lluche.com

Ref. GRI Standard: 102-46

Scope of the Report Right Supply 26000 

RS26000 REPORT COVERAGE

Fiscal year 2022 - The production centers considered for this fiscal year are: LLUCH ESSENCE SLU (Spain), LLUCH ESSENCE SAS (Colombia) and LLUCH ESSENCE, S.A. de C.V (Mexico).

SCOPE:

This corporate sustainability report includes Lluch Essence's headquarters in Barcelona and its subsidiaries in Mexico, Colombia and Singapore.

We are pleased to present our new COP (Communication On Progres) Report, which documents the firm commitment of the team to sustainable development, as well as the transformation of our values into actions and the results of good governance. Lluch Essence team to sustainable development, as well as the transformation of our values into actions and the results of good governance.

Lluch Essence demonstrates its continued support for the Global Compact's ten principles on Human Rights, Labor Rights, Environment and anti-corruption, adopting the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals as the main guide for its implementation.

The COP that we present to you is disseminated 100% online and it contemplates the fundamental issues established by the ISO 26000 standard on corporate social responsibility. The information and data declared in it have been verified by the auditing services of ECOMUNDIS, accrediting the degree of annual progress of Lluch Essence in the non-financial matters described.

References to the GRI Standard are included in report RS26000 as a guide.

Our commitment and values

Commitment. Undoubtedly, this is the word that defines us in terms of sustainability. At Lluch Essence we understand sustainability as the ability to endure, to guarantee present needs without compromising future ones, putting at the center of our strategy the three areas of impact of value creation: people, planet and good governance, aligned with the framework of the 2030 Agenda and taking into account the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) established by the United Nations.

It is a long road, with many steps that are not always easy and light, but our commitment requires us to take a firm step. We are truly conscious of integrating sustainable practices into our business strategy.

One of the proofs that our commitment is unquestionable, in 2022 we incorporated a person who dedicates 100% of her time to sustainability projects within the company. This has allowed us to give an outlet to many of the projects we were carrying out and to strengthen the company's strategy. She also adds value by joining the CSR team made up of people from different departments: People&Culture, Regulatory affairs, Communication and " Safety". Working with a multidisciplinary team, spanning different departments, is an excellent way to ensure that all areas of the company are involved in the implementation of sustainable actions.

This year we can highlight many goals that we will review throughout the report: Lluch Essence was certified for the first time with ISO 14001, thus strengthening its commitment to environmental protection, aligning all initiatives that have been implemented with the aim of reducing and minimizing the impacts of its activity in the natural environment. As another example of Good Governance, Lluch Essence has obtained a score of 61/100 in the EcoVadis evaluation, thus maintaining the Silver medal, this score places us above the average score of the companies evaluated in our sector.

As an involved economic agent of change, Lluch Essence has participated in the search for disruptive and eco-innovative business solutions that help minimize the environmental impact of its actions and waste. One of them: the new laboratory gloves that we have changed for others made of more sustainable and respectful materials. Another: the secondary sample containers and the 1 kg secondary containers, which have been redesigned by implementing eco-design criteria.

Also, this year we have started our first local production of lavandin, in Murcia. Local and proximity production is also an important step towards sustainability. By reducing distances in the supply chain, the carbon footprint is reduced and the local economy is boosted. 

For the benefit of people, for the benefit of the planet: We want to drive the F&F sector towards a sustainable future, and ensure the preservation of natural resources and the well-being of present and future generations. WE CONTINUE!

Ref. GRI Standard: 102-16

Adherence to the principles of Corporate Social Responsibility of the ISO 26000 

Our organization is committed to the Sustainable Development Goals of the 2030 Agenda. To this purpose, we adopt the principles established by the ISO 26000 standard as a Social Responsibility Guide.

  • Accountability
  • Transparency
  • Ethical behavior
  • Respect for the interests of stakeholders
  • Respect for the principle of legality
  • Respect for international standards
  • Respect for human rights

Ref. GRI Standard: 102-16

Adherence to the principles of the Global Compact

1 LLUCH ESSENCE supports and respects the protection of internationally recognized fundamental human rights within our sphere of influence.
2 LLUCH ESSENCE assures not to give cover or complicity to other companies that violate human rights.
3 LLUCH ESSENCE is committed to freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining.
4 LLUCH ESSENCE is committed to the elimination of all forms of forced and compulsory labor.
5 LLUCH ESSENCE is committed to the eradication of child labor.
6 LLUCH ESSENCE is committed to the abolition of discriminatory practices in employment and occupation.
7 LLUCH ESSENCE maintains a preventive approach that favors environmental protection.
8 LLUCH ESSENCE encourages initiatives that promote greater environmental responsibility.
9 LLUCH ESSENCE promotes the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
10 LLUCH ESSENCE establishes functions and controls to ensure the absence of corruption in all its forms, including extortion and bribery.

Certifications accredited by LLUCH ESSENCE

          

FAMI-QS | Expiration Date: 05/24/2024

The icons included here are intended to recognize the certificates that the organization is accredited with, and do not constitute a reliable representation of its graphic marks or its seals of guarantee.

Attached certificates

FAMI-QS | Expiration Date: 05/24/2024

 ENERGY EFFICIENCY ISO 50001: ESSG__OTS_105390_EN_20220119-696aef2a-2.pdf

CARBON FOOTPRINT: Huella-de-carbono-corporativa-2022_c-a821de4d-2.pdf

EMISSIONS OFFSETS: Offsetting certificate

OTHER CERTIFICATES / DOCUMENTS: certificados-juntos-2344bc97-2.pdf

Plans and programmes 

 EQUALITY PLAN: j._Plan-Igualdad_c-f47f96d7-2.pdf

RS26000 Certificate 

 RS26000: CERTIFICATE RS26000 LLUCH

⚪ RSs:200

Environmental sustainability

 Compliance with legal provisions  
  Ref. GRI Standard: 307
LLUCH ESSENCE has the corresponding authorizations / licenses / communications for the exercise of the activity.

RSs: 10

 Legal Compliance Management  
  Ref. GRI Standard: 205, 307, 419
LLUCH ESSENCE has a Legal Compliance, Crime Prevention and/or Anti-Bribery/Anti-Corruption Management System in place.

RSs: 20

 Standardized Environmental Management Systems and Equipment  
   
LLUCH ESSENCE has an equipment with exclusive functions in the area of sustainability.
LLUCH ESSENCE has working groups or management committees in which sustainability actions are planned.
LLUCH ESSENCE has a welcome and training plan on sustainability.
LLUCH ESSENCE has an environmental management system certified under the ISO 14001 standard.
LLUCH ESSENCE has implemented actions to reduce its environmental impacts.
LLUCH ESSENCE internally audits its environmental management and receives external environmental audits.
  RSs: 77 
 Standardized Energy Management Systems  
   
LLUCH ESSENCE plans to implement an Energy Management System by 2023.
   
   RSs: 3
Buy Green (supplies, equipment, facilities(e.g., machinery, raw or ancillary materials).
   
LLUCH ESSENCE applies green purchasing criteria in the acquisition of less than 30% of the total purchase volume.
Nuestra flota dispone de vehículos eléctricos (<25%).
  RSs: 10 
   
   
   
 Sustainable mobility plans 
   
LLUCH ESSENCE has not implemented any mobility plan among its employees to reduce the impact on transportation.
   
   RSs: 0
 Sustainable buildings and infrastructure 
   
LLUCH ESSENCE Buildings designed under sustainable architecture criteria are available.
   
   RSs: 10
 Other non-standardized environmental management systems
   
 
   
 
 
RSs: 100
 Environmental design and development of products and services 
   
The products/services provided by LLUCH ESSENCE have certifications that endorse the officially recognized environmental improvements.
 
 Environmental and sustainability improvements introduced in the design of the product or service  
   
 

Each step in Lluch Essence's path towards sustainability is designed to minimize its environmental impact, through actions that can make a substantial difference in the future.

Lluch Essence wants to inspire a change of behavior in companies, thinking about how their actions affect people and the environment, which is why, as established by Law 22/2011 on waste and contaminated soils, in caring for the environment, special emphasis must be placed on waste prevention. In this sense, the main lines of action of Lluch Essence's environmental management are based on a circular economy model prioritizing prevention, eco-design and recycling.

One example is the sample secondary packaging and the 1 kg secondary packaging, which have been redesigned by implementing eco-design criteria. The final result is a secondary packaging with a lower environmental impact and a mono-material structure (100% cardboard) that promotes the correct separation and recyclability of the packaging. Likewise, it facilitates logistics operations by reducing packaging time, thanks to the optimization of its model.

On the other hand, Lluch Essence is working on replacing all the laboratory clothing used (coats, pants and gowns) with a more sustainable alternative from an environmental and social point of view. Through Circoolar and the Roure Foundation's solidarity sewing workshop, Lluch Essence's new lab uniform was manufactured with 65% PET polyester and 35% organic cotton. Thus contributing to the reduction of environmental impact and promoting employment for people at risk of social exclusion.
   
 Design for the Circular Economy
  Ref. GRI Standard: 301
RAWMATERIALS. The raw or auxiliary materials purchased by LLUCH ESSENCE do not come from recycling processes.
PACKAGING. The packaging used in LLUCH ESSENCE products does not come from recycling processes.
PACKAGING. Part of the waste generated by LLUCH ESSENCE packaging, after its use or destination, can be recovered. 
PACKAGINGS. Part of the packaging used for logistics and distribution of LLUCH ESSENCE products comes from recycling processes. 
PACKAGINGS. Part of the waste generated by LLUCH ESSENCE packaging, after its use or destination, can be recovered. 
WASTE. Part of the waste that may be generated by the products or services of LLUCH ESSENCE after use by the customer or consumer can be recovered.
 
 
 Process Emission Recovery  
   
The emissions generated by the processes of LLUCH ESSENCE are NOT recovered for other processes.
 
 
 Water recovery and use
  Ref. GRI Standard: 303-1
The wastewater generated in the processes of LLUCH ESSENCE is NOT recovered for other processes.
 
 
 Other Improvements in Circular Economy 
 
 

Lluch Essence is responsible for the proper management of all waste generated by its activity, always prioritizing their recycling and reuse.

We have authorized agents who are responsible for managing the reuse of primary packaging in other industries, in the same way, the pallets that no longer fulfill their function due to damage or other causes, are used to repair other pallets from other companies, in this way, we ensure to prolong the life of the pallets.

 
RSs: 40 
 Acquisition and production of renewable energy
  Ref. GRI Standard: 302-1
LLUCH ESSENCE has renewable energy generation or production systems that exceed 100% of the total consumption of the activity.
   
   
 Origin of the renewable energies acquired or produced
   
  Solar energy
  Electricity Grid 87.24% (renewable sources grid) 
  12.76% (self-generated) 

RSs: 100

 Life Cycle Analysis of products and services 
   
LLUCH ESSENCE plans to conduct a life cycle analysis of its services in the short term using a recognized standard or benchmark with a target date of 2023.
 
References and validated impact categories
 
   
   RSs: 3
   
Carbon footprint of products and organization
  Ref. GRI Standard: 305
LLUCH ESSENCE has a Carbon Footprint calculation for any of its products or services, or for its or your organization under the 1+2+3 Scope by means of a recognized standard or reference.
   
  Carbon Footprints by Products/Services | Type of Scope | Unit Value | Calculation Methodology 
 
Organizational Carbon Footprint | Scope type | Unit value | Calculation methodology
 Europe (LLUCH ESSENCE SLU - Spain) – 638.83 tCO2 (Scope 1, 2 and partially 3)
 America Látina (LLUCH ESSENCE SAS - Colombia; LLUCH ESSENCE, S.A. de C.V - Mexico) – 64.09 tCO2 (Scope 1, 2 and partially 3)
 Asia (LLUCH ESSENCE SINGAPORE PRIVATE LIMITED - Singapore) – 24.25 tCO2 (Scope 1, 2 and partially 3)
 
 RSs: 7
 
 Description of the evaluated CO2eq. emissions inventory
 

Driving the change for carbon neutrality

Lluch Essence understands that the carbon footprint is not only an element of accounting, it is also the first step on the road to improvement and its commitment to greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction.

Lluch Essence considers the carbon footprint as the total amount of GHG generated in the main headquarters (Barcelona - Spain), and its three subsidiaries (Colombia, Mexico and Shanghai).

Lluch Essence quantifies direct emissions from its facilities, such as those generated by the facilities and company vehicles (Scope I), and indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity (Scope II). It also quantifies the activities outside the boundaries of the organization, which correspond to purchases of Goods and Services, Waste and Business Travel (Scope III).

The GHG emissions inventory follows the international regulations of the GHG Protocol, and the quantification is carried out through the Climate Partner consulting firm.

Once the quantification is done and being aware of the value of the carbon footprint, we carry out its voluntary compensation. Carbon offsetting systems allow us to invest in environmental and social projects around the world to balance our carbon footprint. Most of these projects are in developing countries and are designed to reduce future emissions.

 Water Footprint
  Ref. GRI Standard: 303-1
LLUCH ESSENCE plans to calculate its Water Footprint for any of its products, services or for the organization by means of a recognized standard or benchmark and with a scheduled date.
   
  Water Footprints by Products/Services | Unit Value | Calculation Methodology 
   

 
 
Water footprints of organization by Products/Services | Unit value | Calculation methodology 
 

 
RSs: 3
 Sustainability or Corporate Social Responsibility Reports
   Report: LLUCH ESSENCE (EN )
LLUCH ESSENCE communicates its environmental performance externally through the preparation and publication of reports or official statements.
Web or link to the Sustainability Report, if available: Link
 
 
   
   RSs: 40
   
LLUCH ESSENCE uses the platform Right Supply to evaluate its Sustainability Index.
   RSs: 100
 Supplier Environmental Assessment
  Ref. GRI Standard: 308, 414
LLUCH ESSENCE conducts a regular and documented environmental assessment of its suppliers on a triennial basis. 
   
Supplier sustainability assessment (including the core subjects of ISO 26000)
THE EVALUATION OF SUPPLIERS MUST BE ANNUAL AND COVER A MINIMUM OF 50% OF THE SUPPLIERS THAT ARE REPRESENTATIVE OR DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE PRODUCTION OR PROVISION OF SERVICES.
IT SHOULD INCLUDE IN ITS CONTENTS: HUMAN RIGHTS, LABOUR PRACTICES, ENVIRONMENT, FAIR OPERATIONS, CONSUMER/CUSTOMER ISSUES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY GOVERNANCE.
   
  RSs: 25
 

 Mapping of material or relevant issues (SDG Agenda 2030)

GEOLOCATION OF THE MAIN RAW MATERIALS SPECIFIC DATA

Ref. GRI Standard: 301-1

Origin of Major Raw Materials

⚪ ORANGE SWEET BRAZIL BRAZIL OIL - Change:Brazil
 ⚪ CIS-3 HEXENOL:China
 ⚪ AMBERFLEUR:China
 ⚪ METHYL DIHYDROJASMONATE:China
 ⚪ TONALIDE:China
 

Origin of the main products distributed:

⚪ ORANGE SWEET BRAZIL BRAZIL OIL -Change:Brazil
⚪ CIS-3 HEXENOL:China
⚪ AMBERFLEUR:China
⚪ METHYL DIHYDROJASMONATE:China
⚪ TONALIDE:China

 

Description of the main or significant impacts:

Lluch Essence offers a diverse portfolio with more than 3,000 references, including raw materials of natural or synthetic origin. Purchases of raw materials are designed to be sustainable from an economic, social and environmental point of view, promoting the economic development of rural communities and buying directly from the countries of origin, trying to reduce the number of intermediaries.

Similarly, the company has HUBs in Shanghai and Mumbai, warehouses in Malaysia, Colombia and Mexico, and has a network of distributors in several countries, allowing us to achieve the transition to a low-carbon economy.

In terms of environmental impact, Lluch Essence is aware of the impact that the company can generate. For this reason, since 2019, an evaluation of the carbon footprint of the main headquarters in Barcelona and its subsidiaries in Mexico, Colombia and Singapore has been carried out. Likewise, the company offsets its carbon footprint through projects framed in sustainability in those countries where it has a subsidiary.

 AGENDA 2030 AND LIFE CYCLE PERSPECTIVE
Locate and highlight the importance of SDG in the different phases of the product or service life cycle.

EXTRACTION AND TRANSPORT OF RAW MATERIALS

SDG - Agenda 2030

 

INTERMEDIATE MANUFACTURE OF COMPOUNDS/COMPONENTS

SDG - Agenda 2030

IN-HOUSE MANUFACTURE AND SERVICE

SDG - Agenda 2030

LOGISTICS, TRANSPORT AND DISTRIBUTION

SDG - Agenda 2030

CUSTOMER AND CONSUMER USE

SDG - Agenda 2030

DISPOSAL, RECYCLING AND REUSE

SDG - Agenda 2030

Environmental indicators

Waste generation

TOTAL WASTE GENERATION (Tons/t)
2022 Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref: 		0,027 t/t
FRACTION OF WASTE MANAGED AS A BYPRODUCT
2022 Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref:

3,15 %
RECOVERED WASTE FRACTION
2022 Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref:

70,28 %
WASTE FRACTION INCINERATED:
2022 Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref:

12,52 %
WASTE FRACTION TO LANDFILL
2022  Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref:

14,05 %
COEFFICIENT OF USE OF PACKAGING (KR/KP)
2022 Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref: 		0,17 KR/kp

Energy consumption

TOTAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION (ELECTRICITY, GN, LPG...)
2022 Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref:

0,077 MWh/t
RENEWABLE ENERGY PRODUCED (MWh)
2022 Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref:

12,63 MWh
% RENEWABLE ENERGY CONSUMED (of total)
2022 Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref:

100 %

CO2emissions

TOTAL CO2 EMISSIONS (Scope 1+2)
2021 Data invariant (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs:0
Ref:

92,12 t
TOTAL CO2 EMISSIONS (Scope 1+2+3)
2022 Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref: Scope categories 3: Business travel, employee commuting, energy-related fuels and emissions, goods and services, and production waste.		 727,17 t
OFFSET EMISSIONS
2022 Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref: 		92,12 t

Water consumption and discharge

TOTAL WATER CONSUMPTION (m3/t)
2022 Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref: 		0,090 m3/t
INDUSTRIAL DISPOSAL (m3/t)
2022 Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref: 		0 m3/t

Circular economy data. Source materials UPstream

COMPOSITION IN HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES 
2022 Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref: 		69 %
COMPOSITION IN RECYCLED RAW MATERIALS (%)
Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref: Pallets		 0 %

Circular economy data. Finished product DOWNstream

PRODUCT RECYCLABILITY (%)
Invariant data (+/- 5%) ⚪ RSs: 0
Ref: We do not have this information. Packaging, pallets and strapping are recyclable, but we do not know the final destination given by the client.		 0 %

⚪ RSs: 0

  ISO 26000. Corporate Social Responsibility

Ref. GRI Standard: 102-29

Lluch Essence works to identify and prioritize the most relevant matters for the company and its stakeholders, which is why since 2021 we have the first materiality assessment of the company. From this analysis, we measure the most significant social, environmental and economic impacts of the company to ensure that we focus on the right priorities.

Lluch Essences activity has an impact that goes far beyond economic results, so business performance must be aligned with the expectations of stakeholders and society in general.

Lluch Essence follows the guidelines of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and the Integrated Reporting Framework for the study of its materiality, and has been guided throughout the process by an external consultant.

The process began with the analysis of material issues taking into account the current context and the Sustainable Development Goals implemented by the United Nations Compact. Twenty material aspects were collected under five different themes: acting on climate change, caring about people (internal and external) and growing business for good (good governance and economic aspects).

The result of the process was validated by the General Management and the Corporate Social Responsibility Committee, integrated into the sustainability strategy and published in the Sustainability Report 2022.

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Management approach or level of integration in the organisation

SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES

1

Human Rights

PLANNING AND INDICATORS 

1

Labour practices

REPORTING AND VALIDATION

1

Environment and surroundings

PLANNING AND INDICATORS 

1

Fair operations

SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES

1

Consumers and customers

REPORTING AND VALIDATION

1

Community and Development

List of fundamental matters in which the organization works

Ref. GRI Standard: 408, 409

Our organization is committed to or acts in the following areas:

Due diligence
Avoiding complicity
Claim Resolution
Discrimination and vulnerable groups
Civil and political rights
Economic, Social and Cultural Rights
Fundamental principles and rights at work
 HUMAN RIGHTS LAW
   
More than 50% of the agreements or contracts signed by LLUCH ESSENCE have human rights protection clauses or are subject to human rights assessment.
  Ref. GRI Standard: 412-3.a
   
 COMMUNITY IMPACT
   
  Ref. GRI Standard: 413-2.a
   
 SUPPLIER ASSESSMENT AND HUMAN RIGHTS
   
LLUCH ESSENCE does not audit suppliers from countries at risk of non-compliance with human rights.
 
   
               …………………. NUMBER OF SUPPLIERS IN WHOSE COUNTRIES HUMAN RIGHTS ARE NOT RESPECTED
2021  Evolution not available
 LEADING PRACTICES
 

Human rights are inherent to all people, without any discrimination. That is why Lluch Essence and all its employees recognize and are committed to the respect of internationally recognized human rights as stated in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).

This commitment is reflected through the adherence to the United Nations Global Compact, in which the work for the respect of human rights is reflected in its first six Principles, which emanate from the International Declaration of Human Rights of 1948. Lluch Essence has its own measures that establish its commitment to respect human rights, which are reflected in the Code of Ethics.

The Code of Ethics establishes the principles, values and standards of conduct that should govern the ethical behavior of all the people who are part of Lluch Essence and all its stakeholders (employees, agents, distributors, customers and suppliers, among others).

Similarly, Lluch Essence works to ensure respect for human rights throughout its value chain, from ensuring health and safety at work to fighting for equality and non-discrimination. To this end, it has a specific code of conduct for suppliers, which establishes the principles, values and standards of conduct that should govern the ethical behavior of all people working for Lluch Essence.

RSs: 36

Ref. GRI Standard: 403

Our organization is committed to or acts in the following areas:

Work and Labor Relations
Working conditions and social protection
Social Dialogue
Occupational health and safety
Human Development and Workplace Training
 GENDER EQUALITY IN TREATMENT AND OPPORTUNITIES
  Ref. GRI Standard: 405
LLUCH ESSENCE reports in a verified manner its management in terms of gender equality.

DOCUMENT:j._Plan-Igualdad_c-f47f96d7-2.pdf

We promote equal pay for women and men
Women have the same opportunities for access to management positions
There is equality in the recruitment process
Our communication methods exclude sexist terminology.
We work to eradicate the feminization or masculinization of jobs.
We have plans to reconcile work, family and personal life.
We have protocols to prevent and act on sexual or gender-based harassment
 
             ………………….. WOMEN WORKERS: WAGE GAP BETWEEN MEN AND WOMEN (%)
2022  Invariant data (+/- 5%) 0%
………………….. DIRECTIVES: GENDER PAY GAP (%)
2022  Invariant data (+/- 5%) 0%
 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND RISK PREVENTION
Ref. GRI Standard: 403, 416
Our organization controls and acts in the following areas of safety and health at work
01. HAS RESOURCES AND STAFF DEDICATED TO OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
A worker designated to Health and Safety at Work, We have prevention delegates among the workers, Own team or service for the prevention of occupational hazards, External or subcontracted prevention service.
02. HAS ACCIDENT PREVENTION PROCEDURES IN PLACE IN:
Special works (height, confined spaces, electrical works, explosive atmospheres, etc...), Delivery and renewal of Personal Protective Equipment, Safe tools and equipment, Safe machines and instruments under certification. i.e.: CE Marks (EU)/ NFPA®/NEC CODES (USA)..., Safe storage and transport of loads, Correct safety and emergency signaling, Ensured fire prevention, Preventive maintenance for the safety of the installations, Existence of Preventive Guidelines, Existence of Prevention Plans, Safe place and work surfaces.
03. HAS INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE PROCEDURES IN PLACE IN:
Prevention and safety against physical agents, Prevention and safety against chemical agents.
04. HAS WORKPLACE ERGONOMICS PROCEDURES IN PLACE AT:
Adaptation of the workplace.
05. PERFORMS ACTIONS ASSOCIATED WITH OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND MEDICINE IN:
Health Promotion, Health Surveillance.
06. HAS PROCEDURES IN PSYCHOSOCIOLOGY AND WELL-BEING OF WORKERS IN:
Adequate time and workloads, Employee autonomy and empowerment, Rewarding compensation, Role performance and fulfillment.
07. APPLIES THE COORDINATION OF BUSINESS ACTIVITIES IN:
Systematic to ensure risk prevention for contractors.
08. WITH REGARD TO COMMUNICATION AND EMPLOYEE PARTICIPATION
A Health and Safety Committee is in place, Workers have initial and periodic training on the risks associated with their job, Workers participate in risk assessments, Workers have free access to preventive health reviews, Workers participate in preventive planning.
09. PLANNING OF PREVENTIVE ACTIVITY
We conduct risk assessments at least every 5 years, We inform our customers about the risks of our products and services, We have a system for the evaluation and compliance with legal requirements, All jobs have documented preventive guidelines, All risky tasks and processes have documented preventive guidelines, Our organization conducts occupational risk prevention audits on an annual basis.
10. EMERGENCY RESPONSE
Up-to-date Emergency Plans are in place for facilities and centres, Emergency drills are carried out.
 OCCUPATIONAL ACCIDENT RATE
 Ref. GRI Standard: 403
               ………………….. ACCIDENT FREQUENCY R ATE (No. of accidents resulting in sick leave per million hours worked)
Illness or injury arising out ofand in the course of employment.
2022 Substantial improvement >25%. 3,3
  ………………….. ACCIDENT SERIOUSNESS RATE (No. of working days/low - per thousand hours worked). days/workday - per thousand hours worked)
Illness or injury arising out ofand in the course of employment.
2022 Substantial improvement >25%. 0,01 
 EMPLOYEE TRAINING
 GRI Standard Ref: 404-1 a
………………….. AVERAGE HOURS OF TRAINING PER EMPLOYEE PER YEAR 
2022  Invariant data (+/- 5%) 4,8 h/e.
 JOB STABILITY FOR WORKERS
 GRI Standard Ref: 102-8

………………….		 PERCENTAGE OF PERMANENT OR INDEFINITE CONTRACTS
2022  Invariant data (+/- 5%) 96,67% %.
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 WELFARE BENEFITS 
Ref. GRI Standard: 401-2.a
LABOUR SERVICES
Transportation services, Childcare services, Food services, Health insurance/health care, Flexible working hours, Extended maternity/paternity leave, Productivity bonuses.
 LEADING PRACTICES

Lluch Essence's commitment is "Thriving together", which is why we work in a culture of sustainable development that promotes the growth of those who trust in the company, including customers, suppliers and employees.

Growing as an organization implies that employees also grow and feel identified and proud to belong to the company. That is why Lluch Essence's commitment is to provide them with the necessary tools and spaces to generate an environment of well-being and quality in their jobs, through certain measures such as: the family conciliation policy, the equality plan and the OHS policy.

Lluch Essence is committed to generating value with its actions, understanding that its responsibility as an economic agent is to contribute to a healthier community, generating a positive impact on people and supporting communities.

A large number of activities related to social commitment are carried out annually, promoted by the Corporate Social Responsibility team. Lluch Essence works on five fundamental pillars: Occupational health, inclusion, professional growth, donation campaigns and human rights.

Lluch Essence declares its commitment to the establishment and development of policies that integrate equal treatment and opportunities between women and men, without discriminating directly or indirectly on the basis of sex, as well as the promotion and encouragement of measures to achieve real equality within our organization.

RSs: 208

Ref. GRI Standard: 304, 305, 306, 308

Our organization is committed to or acts in the following areas:

Pollution prevention
 Sustainable use of resources
 Climate change mitigation and adaptation
 Protection of the environment, biodiversity and restoration of natural habitats

 LEADING PRACTICES
See the indicators integrated in the section "Environmental Sustainability

The sustainable commitment of Lluch Essence is unquestionable, understanding sustainability as the ability to endure and guarantee present requirements without compromising future requirements, placing at the center of the strategy the three areas of impact or dimensions of value creation: people, planet and prosperity, aligned with the framework of action of the 2030 Agenda and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and the 2030 Agenda.

Lluch Essence is conscious of the impact caused by the product of its activity, which is why it works as a team to establish an effective environmental strategy aligned with the objectives and values of the company. Currently the environmental management system of the company is through ISO 14001, a tool that helps to integrate environmental care in the overall management of the company, in the same way, Lluch Essence has an environmental policy that includes the principles and values to which it is committed, summarized in the following commitments:

  • Adopt the necessary measures to ensure compliance with all applicable environmental regulations and other voluntary commitments.
  • To prevent, control and minimize the environmental impact of the activity on the environment. To opt for those investments or optimization of resources that allow for sustainable growth.
  • Commit to reduce energy consumption, waste, waste disposal and emissions in its activity, also being part of the important global effort to create a more environmentally friendly society.
  • Participate proactively in associations and other interest groups that promote initiatives that contribute to greater environmental awareness and the improvement of production processes based on sustainable resource management.
  • Training, sensitizing and involving the entire team to develop and apply actions that minimize environmental impact in their daily activities, promoting the responsible use of natural resources.
  • To adopt the necessary measures to prevent environmental risks, especially serious accidents, and to limit their consequences on the environment.

Below, we present the actions implemented in 2022:

  • Lluch Essence uses the methodology described by the GHG protocol to quantify its Carbon Footprint, taking into account the direct emissions of its facilities, such as those generated by the facilities and company vehicles (Scope I), and those indirect emissions from the generation of electricity purchased (Scope II). It also quantifies the activities outside the boundaries of the organization, which corresponds to purchases of Goods and Services, Waste and Company Travel (Scope III).
  • Lluch Essence quantifies and sets annual targets for the following environmental indicators: pollutant emissions, percentage of waste sent to landfill, percentage of renewable energy consumption, percentage of renewable energy generated, percentage of hazardous waste generated, etc. (annual record).
  • Lluch Essence was founded with the mission of ensuring its stakeholders an uninterrupted supply of the best products, guaranteeing the highest standards of safety and quality, traceability and operational excellence. With the purpose of driving the flavor and fragrance sector towards a sustainable future, Lluch Essence has a portfolio of ecological, natural and sustainable products, all of them certified by CCPAE and ECOCERT.
  • Lluch Essence prioritizes raw materials that do not come from endangered or endangered species, such as palm oil. It also prioritizes that suppliers working with this product are RSPO certified, for a sustainable use of palm oil.
  • Lluch Essence has redesigned the secondary sample packaging and the 1 kg secondary packaging by implementing eco-design criteria. The final result is a secondary packaging with a lower environmental impact and a mono-material structure (100% cardboard) promoting the correct separation and recyclability of the packaging.
  • Lluch Essence is working on replacing all the laboratory clothing used (coats, pants and gowns) with a more sustainable alternative from an environmental and social point of view. Through the Roure Foundation's solidarity sewing workshop, Lluch Essence's new lab uniform was made from 65% PET polyester and 35% organic cotton. Thus contributing to the reduction of environmental impact and promoting employment for people at risk of social exclusion.
  • Lluch Essence installed atomizers in all the sanitary water faucets, whose main function is to reduce the water flow and increase the outlet pressure. This small change saves between 40-60% of water consumption.
  • Lluch Essence installed 3 new recycling points this 2022:
    • Recycling garbage cans, which are divided into three fractions (paper, rest and packaging) thus facilitating the recycling of these elements.
    • Coffee capsule recycling.
    • Battery collection point.

In 2022, Lluch Essence was certified for the first time with ISO 14001, thus confirming its commitment to environmental protection, aligning all the initiatives that have been implemented with the aim of reducing and minimizing the impacts of its activity on the natural environment.

ISO 14001 certification is a tool that helps to integrate environmental care into the overall management of the company, offering the possibility of systematizing the environmental aspects generated in each of the activities carried out in the organization. On the other hand, we currently have a work team focused on planning and carrying out actions and projects related to sustainability.

Lluch Essence understands that it is essential to have indicators that certify in an external and partial way the responsible and ethical management of the business activity, as well as to ensure transparency and reliability of good practices and data shown, which is why it has the following indicators:

  • Ecovadis: Lluch Essence responds annually to the EcoVadis evaluation questionnaire, the final score is calculated based on 21 CSR criteria in the following areas: Environment, Social, Business Ethics and Responsible Purchasing. In 2022, Lluch Essence has obtained a score of 61/100, obtaining the Silver medal, this score places us above the average score of the companies evaluated by EcoVadis in our sector.
  • SEDEX: This is one of the world's leading ethical trade organizations, working with companies to improve labor conditions in global supply chains. They provide an online platform, tools and services to help companies operate responsibly and sustainably, protect workers (health, safety and labor standards) and source ethically. As part of Lluch Essence's transparency policy, we share our report with our customers through the SEDEX platform: ZC131445924.
  • Likewise, in 2022, Lluch Essence started using the B Corp assessment tool to understand and manage its impact. This tool helps internal management to be aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals and other international sustainability standards (GRI, IRIS), offering a 360° diagnosis of the company's social and environmental performance.

RSs: 4

Ref. GRI Standard: 205, 206

Our organization is committed to or acts in the following areas:

Anti-corruption
Responsible political participation
Fair competition
Promoting social responsibility in the value chain
Respect for property rights
 LOCAL EMPLOYMENT
  Percentage expressed in economic monetary value of total hiring 
LLUCH ESSENCE has up to 25% of products and services purchased or contracted locally or regionally.
  Ref. GRI Standard: 204-1.a
 COMPETITION PRACTICES 
   
LLUCH ESSENCE It has NO pending or convicted legal cases with respect to unfair competition or in which the organization has been involved.
 
  Ref. GRI Standard: 206-1.a
   
 FIGHT AGAINST CORRUPTION AND BRIBERY
   
LLUCH ESSENCE has not detected any cases of corruption or bribery in its operations or activities.
 
  Ref. GRI Standard: 205-3.a
   
 MISSION AND/OR VALUES OF THE ORGANIZATION ASSOCIATED WITH GOOD GOVERNANCE 
   
LLUCH ESSENCE has formulated a mission and values that contemplate the good governance of the organization.
   
 ANALYSIS OF STAKEHOLDER NEEDS AND EXPECTATIONS Materiality (degree of interest and influence)
   
LLUCH ESSENCE has formulated a materiality analysis to determine the aspects of greatest interest to stakeholders.
   
 LEADING PRACTICES

Lluch Essence is committed at the highest level to the 8 principles that form the basis of its Code of Ethics. All these principles of ethical conduct and responsibilities are permanently enforced and guide all areas of Lluch Essence's business activity.

  1. Compliance with the law
  2. Equality and non-discrimination
  3. Human rights
  4. Occupational health and safety
  5. Business ethics
  6. Relations with third parties: customers and suppliers
  7. Respect for the environment
  8. Transparency and financial control

Relationships between Lluch Essence professionals are based on mutual respect and trust, defined by freedom, the spirit of collaboration and the inherent rights of persons in order to maintain a positive work environment.

Similarly, we have a Compliance Manual, which is the set of procedures and good practices that have been defined with the aim of minimizing the legal and operational risks that may arise from the development of our activity and that may result in fines and penalties or even criminal consequences. To this end, internal prevention, management, control and intervention mechanisms have been established.

RSs: 55

Ref. GRI Standard: 418

Our organization is committed to or acts in the following areas:

Fair marketing practices, objective and impartial information and fair hiring practices
Protection of consumer health and safety
Sustainable consumption
Customer services, support and resolution of complaints and disputes
Protection and privacy of consumer data
Education and awareness
 ADEQUATE ATTENTION TO CLIENTS, CONSUMERS AND USERS
   
LLUCH ESSENCE has a system of attention to the information requests and complaints of its clientsconsumers or users.
 PRODUCT / SERVICE SAFETY
   
LLUCH ESSENCE assesses the health and safety impacts associated with various categories of products or services in order to make improvements to them.
  Ref. GRI Standard: 416-1.a
   
 ADVERTISING ETHICS AND MISLEADING ADVERTISING
   
LLUCH ESSENCE complies with regulations and ethical codes related to marketing communications, such as advertising, promotion, and sponsorship. 0 Non-compliance.
 
  Ref. GRI Standard: 417-3.a
   
 CUSTOMER AND USER PRIVACY
   
There are no substantiated claims regarding violations of customer/consumer privacy.
 
 
LLUCH ESSENCE guarantees the data protection and privacy of its customers and consumers with regard to personal data and information or other guarantees of confidentiality.
 
  Ref. GRI Standard: 418-1.a
 LEADING PRACTICES

Lluch Essence is committed to the highest level with its values and ethical principles, always acting with transparency and respecting the rules of confidentiality and protection of personal data of employees, customers, suppliers and other stakeholders.

In accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of 27 April on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data and the free movement of such data, Lluch Essence has clauses (informative and/or contractual) to request consent for the processing of personal data from employees, customers, suppliers and other stakeholders.

Lluch Essence is committed to the active fight against corruption and fraud by working in a preventive culture based on the principle of "zero tolerance" to corruption. Likewise, Lluch Essence guarantees transparency in the information presented to its stakeholders, in line with the principles presented in its Code of Ethics.

In the case of product safety, Lluch Essence has the technical documentation (safety data sheets) of each product, is performed according to the latest modification of the Adaptation to Technical Progress (ATP), according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 on classification, labeling and packaging of substances and mixtures. In addition, other complementary sources of information are used, such as the IFRA-IOFI GHS Labeling Manual; a Globally Harmonized System (GHS) labeling manual that provides guidance to fragrance and flavor companies based on the United Nations standards on classification and labeling of chemicals.

RSs: 51

Ref. GRI Standard: 403

Our organization is committed to or acts in the following areas:

Active community participation 
Education and culture
Job creation and skills development
Development and access to technology
Wealth and income generation
Health Promotion
 IMPACT ON THE LOCAL COMMUNITY
   
LLUCH ESSENCE does not carry out operations or activities with known negative impacts (actual or potential) on local communities.
  Ref. GRI Standard: 413-2.a
   
 PLANNING OF COOPERATION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS
   
LLUCH ESSENCE has an annual local community development cooperation program based on specific needs.
  Ref. GRI Standard: 413-1.a
   
 RECIPIENTS OF THE AID OR COOPERATION PROVIDED
CORPORATE VOLUNTEERING
Volunteer groups supported by the organization.
RECIPIENT BODIES
Universities, NGOs, cultural institutions, scientific institutions, environmental preservation/protection entities.
NEED OR EXPECTATION MET
Emergency aid for catastrophes and accidents, Aid for cooperation in developing countries, Aid to vulnerable groups of people, Aid to groups of people with disabilities.
CONTRACTING OF SERVICES TO SOCIAL ENTERPRISES
Regular/annual contracting of services.
PURCHASE OF PRODUCTS FROM SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS
Timely procurement of products.
PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENTS
Sponsorship of events, Occasional donations.
 COMMUNITY SUPPORT ACTIONS
 
             ………………….. NUMBER OF PROGRAMMED ACTIONS TO SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY OR ENTITIES OF SOCIAL INTEREST 
2021  Evolution not available 5
 LEADING PRACTICES

Transparency and cooperation are an intrinsic part of Lluch Essence's DNA, which understands that as an economic agent it is capable of facilitating sustainable development between the company and the community.

Lluch Essence has an annual cooperation plan, where it makes donations and collaborates with associations and foundations that align with its values. In 2022, Lluch Essence made a donation of clothes, with the help of all its workers, to Fundació Amiga, and also collaborated, as it does every year, with "El Gran Recapte d'Alimets" together with the Food Bank.

On the other hand, Lluch Essence participated in the Lunchroom Scholarships, an initiative implemented in January 2022 with the purpose of donating scholarships so that children at risk of social exclusion can have a year's worth of school meals through Fundación Educo.

In 2023, Lluch Essence will be part of Energía del Prat, a local energy community that promotes clean and proximity energy, thus confirming Lluch Essence's sustainable commitment.

RSs: 59

Agenda 2030 and Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) in Action 

Lluch Essence establishes specific objectives and actions included in the three pillars of sustainability: Environment, Good Governance and Social Wellbeing. Aligning with the 2030 Agenda and taking into account the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) established by the United Nations.

In 2022, Lluch Essence participated in the SDG Ambition program, a six-month accelerator that aims to challenge and support companies participating in the United Nations Global Compact to set ambitious corporate goals and accelerate the integration of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Objectives on which we are actively working

1

    

   

 Status of implementation of Agenda 2030  
   
LLUCH ESSENCE has integrated the SDGs of the 2030 Agenda into planning and monitors the milestones achieved for each of them.

⚪ RSs: 20

The GRI Standard references have been included to facilitate the organisation's calculation of indicators in the event of opting for GRI validation.

Goal 3: Ensure a healthy life and promote the well-being of all people at all ages
Ref. GRI Standard: 203-2, 305-1, 305-2, 305-3, 305-6, 305-7, 306-1, 306-2, 306-3, 306-4, 401-2, 403-6-a, 403-6-b, 403-9-a, 403-9-b, 403-9-c, 403-10-a, 403-10-b, 403-10-c

Our commitment as a company is"Thriving together", we work in a culture of sustainable development that fosters the growth of those who trust us, which includes customers, suppliers and employees.

Thriving together as a company means that our employees grow with us and feel identified with and proud of the company. That is why our commitment is to provide them with the necessary tools and spaces to generate an environment of well-being and safety in their workplaces.

Lluch Essence offers a flexible schedule of time for entry, exit and lunch, for those positions in which it is possible, as well as the possibility of accessing a superior medical insurance at a much more affordable price than in the current market.

Lluch Essence is committed to protecting the safety and health of all its employees, with the conviction that accidents at work must be avoided and that, in those activities considered high risk, all the necessary preventive and protective measures will be put in place to ensure occupational health and safety.
Goal 4: Ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all
Ref. GRI Standard: 404-1

At Lluch Essence we are committed to people and their training, through the Escola Lluch program, in which we encourage and empower young university students in their first steps in the world of work.

We also collaborate with the Educo Lunchroom Scholarships, with the purpose of donating scholarships so that children at risk of social exclusion can have a year's school meals paid for through this Foundation. With these scholarships, Lluch Essence achieved that 9 children can access a healthy dining room for the school year 2021/2022.
Goal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
GRI Standard: 102-22, 102-24, 202-1, 203-1, 401-1, 401-2, 401-3, 404-3, 405-1, 405-2, 406-1, 414-1, 414-2

In Lluch Essence we are committed to equal treatment and opportunities between women and men, without discriminating directly or indirectly on the basis of gender, as well as with the promotion and encouragement of measures to achieve real equality in our organization.

We want to promote the development of a company culture in favor of the integration of the principle of equal treatment and opportunities, incorporating the gender perspective and other diversity factors in all our internal and external action procedures, thus expanding our CSR strategy in the social scope. To this end, we have at our disposal our Code of Ethics and its respective Ethical Channel for denunciations, as well as a documented Equality Plan, which shows a diagnosis of the company and the strategic objectives in terms of equality.

These actions fall into 8 different areas: organizational, communication, access to employment, professional development, pay equity, work-life balance, occupational health, prevention of harassment and gender-based violence.
Goal 7: Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all
GRI Standard: 302-1, 302-2, 302-3, 302-4, 302-5

We are 100% committed to our corporate decarbonization plan, focusing on energy efficiency.

We have implemented a series of best practices in the company's daily activities, which are part of the continuous improvement and decarbonization plan of the organization. We currently have an installation of photovoltaic plants that cover 12% of the company's energy requirements, the remaining energy comes 100% from renewable sources.

By 2023, we will be working ambitiously on SDG 7, for which we have already set a roadmap for the implementation of 2 major projects.

The first is Energías del Prat, a local energy community that promotes clean and proximity energy, of which Lluch Essence will be a part. The second project is the efficient management of energy, through a combined energy and environmental management system, with ISO 50001 and ISO 14001 certification, which we already have.
Goal 8: Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
Ref. GRI Standard: 102-8, 102-41, 202-1, 202-2, 203-2, 204-1, 301-1, 301-2, 301-3, 302-1, 302-2, 302-3, 302-4, 302-5, 401-1, 401-2, 401-3, 402-1, 403-1-a, 403-1-b, 403-2-a, 403-2-b, 403-2-c, 403-2-d, 403-3, 403-4-a, 403-4-b, 403-5, 403-7, 403-8, 403-9-a, 403-9-b, 403-9-c, 403-10-a, 403-10-b, 403-10-c, 404-1, 404-2, 404-3, 405-1, 405-2, 406-1, 407-1, 408-1, 409-1, 414-1, 414-2

Growing as an organization implies that employees also grow and feel identified and proud to belong to the company. That is why Lluch Essence's commitment is to guarantee the necessary tools and spaces to generate an environment of well-being and quality at work, through certain measures such as: the family reconciliation policy, the equality plan and the PRL policy.
Objective 9: To build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialisation and encourage innovation
GRI Standard: 201-1, 203-1

In Lluch Essence we innovate for a better future, through the expansion of our portfolio with natural, ecological and sustainable products. Similarly, we are committed to a digital transformation in all internal processes of the company, betting on circular economy projects framed in process innovation and in favor of a sustainable industry.
Goal 10: Reducing inequality within and between countries
GRI Standard Ref.: 102-8, 207-1, 207-2, 207-3, 207-4, 401-1, 404-1, 404-3, 405-2

Lluch Essence is aware that inequality is a threat to social and economic development, especially harming vulnerable groups, such as migrants, women or people with disabilities, who suffer greater inequality of income and opportunities.

As a company, we are committed to follow a culture based on respect for human rights, implementing policies and procedures to ensure equality among all workers, in Lluch Essence we are governed by the principle of non-discrimination based on sex, age, nationality, religion, political or sexual orientation, marital status, disability or family burdens, in hiring employees.

In Lluch Essence we work to create an environment free of inequalities, we understand equality as one of our fundamental pillars in our business strategy, therefore we declare our commitment through the equality plan.

Our objective is to promote the development of a company culture in favor of the strategic integration of the principle of equal treatment and opportunities in the management of our human capital, incorporating the gender perspective and other diversity factors in all our internal and external procedures, thus expanding our CSR strategy in the social field.

We adapted our strategy towards a more social focus through collaboration with associations and foundations that are aligned with Lluch Essence's sustainable commitment. In April we held a workshop on the creation of eva rubber roses taught by people with intellectual disabilities, which were given as gifts to Lluch Essence employees for Sant Jordi's Day.

On the other hand, through collaboration with the Eurofirms Foundation, the ALPI Foundation and the equality committee of Lluch Essence together with 15 people with intellectual disabilities have managed to make a total of 200 natural soaps, which were part of the Christmas gift of Lluch Essence for its workers.
Goal 11: Making cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
Ref. GRI Standard: 203-1

In Lluch Essence we prioritize the collaboration with local entities for the realization of projects framed in sustainability, trying to create collaborative communities with sustainable growth, last year we conducted a clothing donation campaign in collaboration with Fundació Amiga and a food donation in conjunction with Food Bank.

Lluch Essence also works with local suppliers offering fair trade in their products with the aim of increasing economic activity in the local region and providing sustainable income.

On the other hand, Lluch Essence is committed to efficient and sustainable production, we have an installation of photovoltaic plants that cover 12% of the company's energy requirements, the rest of the energy comes from 100% renewable sources.

As part of our decarbonization plan, we promote the use of public transportation, on foot or by bicycle for employee commuting, adapting flexible arrival and departure times.
Goal 12: Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
GRI Standard: 301-1, 301-2, 301-3, 302-1, 302-2, 302-3, 302-4, 302-5, 303-1-a, 303-1-c, 305-1, 305-2, 305-3, 305-6, 305-7, 306-1, 306-2, 306-3, 306-4, 417-1

At Lluch Essence we are aware that responsible production is vital for sustainable development, we have worked on secondary sample containers and secondary 1 Kg containers, which have been redesigned by implementing eco-design criteria. The final result is a secondary packaging with a lower environmental impact and a mono-material structure (100% cardboard) promoting the correct separation and recyclability of the packaging. Similarly, we are involved in circular economy projects for our tertiary packaging, the pallet.

We promote the use of renewable energies by installing photovoltaic plants at our headquarters that cover 12% of the company's energy requirements; the rest of the energy comes 100% from renewable sources.

Each year, all our initiatives, contributions and best practices are transparently communicated to our stakeholders through our sustainability report.
Objective 13: Take urgent action to combat climate change and its effects.
GRI Standard: 201-2, 302-1, 302-2, 302-3, 302-4, 302-5, 305-1, 305-2, 305-3, 305-4, 305-5

Lluch Essence establishes specific objectives and actions encompassed in the three pillars of sustainability: Environment, Good Governance and Social Welfare. Aligning with the 2030 Agenda and taking into account the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), below, we present our actions implemented in 2022 in favor of SDG 13:

  • We have carried out the calculation of the Carbon Footprint and its following offset through reforestation projects.
  • We have expanded our portfolio of ecological, natural and sustainable products, which have been certified by CCPAE and ECOCERT.
  • We work to prioritize raw materials that do not come from endangered or endangered species, as is the case of palm oil. Likewise, we prioritize that suppliers working with this product are RSPO certified, for a sustainable use of palm oil.
  • We have promoted sustainable mobility among employees, suppliers and in the distribution of products and services, in order to reduce emissions caused by land, air and maritime transportation.
  • We have worked on secondary sample packaging and 1 Kg secondary packaging, which have been redesigned by implementing eco-design criteria.
  • We conducted internal awareness campaigns to work on environmental awareness.
Goal 15: Protect, restore and promote the sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss.
GRI Standard: 304-1, 304-2, 304-3, 304-4, 305-1, 305-2, 305-3, 305-4, 305-5, 305-7, 306-3, 306-5

At Lluch Essence we try to maintain a balance in our ecosystem, getting involved in projects in favor of biodiversity and responsible agriculture.

We work to prioritize raw materials that do not come from species under attack or in danger of extinction, as is the case of palm oil, prioritizing that the suppliers that work with this product are certified by the RSPO.

We quantify our carbon footprint, considering as direct emissions those generated by the company's facilities and vehicles (Scope I), and indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity (Scope II). It also quantifies the activities outside the boundaries of the organization, which corresponds to purchases of Goods and Services, Waste and Company Travel (Scope III). Subsequently, we perform the complete compensation through reforestation projects.
Goal 17: Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development
Ref. GRI Standard: 207-1, 207-2, 207-3, 207-4

At Lluch Essence we work on shared value projects, which aim to optimize our strategic sectorial alliances, betting on sustainable growth and looking for points of connection to work as a team. This allows us to consolidate our sectorial community and to realize that we have the same challenges, which we can face together in a cooperative way.

In the same way, we work to implement principles and guidelines that promote sustainable development, involving not only the company's employees, but also suppliers and customers, in order to create strategic alliances with those who trust us and align themselves with our mission, vision and values.

We currently have a code of conduct for suppliers and another for workers, which allows us to establish a direct commitment to our objectives.

⚪ RSs: 120

Sustainability Index rating of LLUCH ESSENCE 

     Includes the degree of progress in implementing the ISO 26000 standard and sustainability practices in the SDG of the 2030 Agenda.

Human Rights

76
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Labor Practices

248
Ref:

Environment

234
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Fair operations

190
Ref:

Consumers and Customers Y

114
Ref: 7

Community and Development

149
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  Governance and transparency

460
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Company Sustainability Index is the evaluation and scoring system chosen by organizations to objectively analyze their progress in sustainability, progressively improve it and communicate it to their clients and stakeholders.

Thanks to the information entered in the platform, the system automatically generates the RS26000 Report , facilitating the evaluation and reporting of corporate social responsibility of companies. This report can be registered as a COP (Communication On Progress) document in the United Nations Global Compact scheme.

RS 26000 - SVC - SUSTAINABLE VALUE CHAIN

Sustainable Value Chain is a Supplier Sustainability Index assessment service for the corporate supply chain. RS 26000 - SVC reports annually for your organization indicators, aggregated and per supplier, in matters as important as the circular economy, climate change and other relevant aspects of good corporate governance.

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Stakeholders can consult a list of the organisation's most sustainable products here.