This global beauty manufacturing company delivers renowned fragrances, cosmetics, and skincare products across North and South America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. As part of its corporate sustainability strategy, the company has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% and sourcing 100% renewable electricity by 2030, using a 2019 baseline.
Like many global organizations, the company faced growing pressure to accelerate progress toward its sustainability targets. While the commitment was clear at a global level, its U.S. operations were contributing minimally toward those goals—largely due to limited local resources and competing priorities. The U.S. team needed a strategic partner who could step in, evaluate opportunities for on-site solar, and guide them in making measurable contributions toward the company’s broader renewable energy vision.
Following a competitive selection process, ESA was chosen to conduct a comprehensive solar feasibility analysis across the company’s U.S. sites. ESA evaluated multiple factors, including local interconnection pathways and various financing models, such as third-party ownership versus direct capital purchase.
ESA’s insight proved especially valuable in navigating complex local policies and avoiding costly missteps. In one case, ESA’s recommendation to pause a proposed project—due to low financial return—helped the company avoid a high-risk investment. By balancing strategic ambition with financial prudence, ESA ensured that every step taken advanced the company’s renewable energy goals with confidence and clarity.
Through this partnership, the company gained a clearer understanding of how to scale clean energy across its U.S. operations without compromising financial integrity. ESA’s collaborative, data-driven approach helped lay the groundwork for meaningful progress while protecting resources and reputation.
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