Crafted with the Planet in Mind
In 2022, we conducted our first greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory. This was a massive step for us in better understanding our environmental impact and how to further minimize our carbon footprint through certified efforts.
We’ve tracked and analyzed our greenhouse gas emissions throughout every phase of sourcing and production in line with climate science. We then used the results to evaluate our process which helped us earn our Climate Neutral Certification for the second year in a row.
We know we have a long way to go though we’re committed to the journey ahead. We believe that through meaningful action, consistent accountability, and science-backed efforts, we can achieve a brighter future, together.
Methodology
In 2022, we moved away from a Life Cycle Assessment and partnered with South Pole to develop our first Greenhouse Gas (GHG) inventory. A GHG inventory is a summation of all greenhouse gas emissions from an organization across its value chain. GHG inventories are typically conducted to support company-wide reporting, set GHG emissions reductions targets for entire organizations, and track progress towards meeting targets.
Carbon Neutrality
In 2020, we became carbon neutral, counterbalancing the entirety of our CO2 footprint for a net zero output, so every piece of your collection is carbon invisible. From raw material sourcing to end-of-life, 100% of the emissions related to the crafting of every piece of our jewelry is offset.
In 2022, we joined the Science Based Targets Initiative, setting two science-based targets to reduce GHG emissions in line with climate science. Science based targets provide a clearly-defined pathway for companies and financial institutions to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, helping prevent the worst impacts of climate change and future-proof business growth.
The SBTi has approved our near-term science-based emissions reduction target. We have committed to:
- Reduce our scope 1 + 2 emissions by 42% by 2030
- Reduce our scope 1, 2, + 3 emissions by 90% by 2050
Climate Neutral
We’re proud to have been Climate Neutral Certified since 2021. Climate Neutral’s seal of approval indicates that we’re taking responsibility for the carbon emissions of our entire supply chain. Their rigorous certification process tracks yearly carbon footprints, sets reduction targets, and helps offset carbon usage. As our manufacturing and materials make up the majority of our carbon footprint, we continue to challenge ourselves to utilize innovative, responsible materials to ensure environmental responsibility.
Water Stewardship
The jewelry industry as a whole is water intensive and has significant impacts on water supply. At Ana Luisa, we strive to be a part of the solution and recognize and address our impact, particularly at the source of our production. In 2022, we joined forces with A Plastic Ocean Foundation to do just that.
A Plastic Ocean Foundation (APO) is a Hong Kong-based water advocacy organization focused on climate resilience, water usage education, and water pollution reduction along the Hong Kong coastline. Ana Luisa has partnered with APO on their Sustainable Pearl Cultivation and Pearl Adoption project. Since 2019, APO has been working on sustainably cultivating pearl oysters with goals to rejuvenate the seawater and conserve biodiversity.
Through our partnership, we adopted 97 oysters along Hong Kong coastal waters. Each oyster filters up to 33,000 liters of ocean water over 6 months, equivalent to the size of two 25m swimming pools!
