CSR commitments
Each of Rémy Cointreau’s products is an expression of its terroir – a unique soil, a microclimate and a specific biodiversity.
The Group is committed to preserving these fragile ecosystems and handing on its expertise, built over generations.
Land has always been profoundly influenced by the climate. With global warming, Rémy Cointreau is facing a new challenge: adapting to the growing threat from more extreme weather and changing seasonal patterns.
That is why the Group is taking steps, on its estates and with its partners, to introduce agroecological practices and develop resistant varieties in order to protect its raw materials and promote more sustainable agriculture and viticulture practices. This is the ambition of its “New Generation Terroirs” initiative.
In 2024-2025 :
154.327
Global carbon footprint in TCO2e (−10% vs. 2020-2021)
64.119
Net water consumption in m3 (−53% vs. 2022-2023 baseline)
37%
of direct farming partners trained in agroecology
72%
of the Group's products have been eco-designed
A
rating from CDP Climate
B-
rating from CDP Water
Achievements
Reducing the Group’s footprint with sustainable glass
Rémy Cointreau is taking a global approach to reducing the environmental impact of its glass packaging. In addition to reducing bottle weight and using recycled glass, the Group prioritises local suppliers, with 78% of our products manufactured and bottled in the country of purchase, thereby reducing our transport footprint and supporting the local economy.
The Group is driving glass decarbonization by partnering with glassmakers on innovative initiatives:
- In 2023, METAXA Angels Treasure bottles were produced using the Hrastnik pilot hydrogen furnace (−30% CO2)
- Use of Rémy Martin bottles produced in an Oxyfuel hybrid furnace (−20% CO2)
- Groundbreaking partnership with Verallia for 100% electric furnace production of white glass bottles in Cognac (−46% CO2).
Visual: ©Hrastnik1860
Bruichladdich: Better water stewardship commitment
In Scotland, the Bruichladdich distillery is firmly committed to reducing water consumption and improving its stewardship practices, recognizing water’s essential role in both whisky production and the Isle of Islay’s coastal biodiversity.
The distillery has made major strides, aligning with the Scottish Whisky Association’s ambitions:
- Water cooling tower installed to cut water consumption by around 50% from May to August 2025;
- New ultrafiltration system to optimize treatment, minimize the use of chemical products and effectively remove organic minerals.
Biodiversity central to Rémy Martin’s “Pacte Centaure”
In spring 2025, the cognac house Rémy Martin launched the “Pacte Centaure”, an ambitious program to support its partner winegrowers’ agroecological transition by fostering biodiversity, preserving soils, and limiting inputs.
Among the Pacte’s ten actions, two specifically target biodiversity preservation:
- Conducting a detailed biodiversity assessment on each farm
- Preserving and diversifying ecological infrastructure with the aim of allocating 20% of agricultural land to these ecosystems.
Currently, 42% of partners have already benefited from the biodiversity awareness training provided by Vitinnov. In addition to this training, chambers of agriculture experts will help adapt these actions to local conditions.
Major advances in eco-designed packaging
Reduce: As part of its “In the Name of Mother Nature” program, Telmont has achieved a major technical feat, producing an 800-gram champagne bottle – previously 835 grams – without compromising its pressure resistance. After three years of rigorous testing, these lighter bottles were marketed in spring 2025, cutting CO2 emissions by 4% per bottle.
Reuse: In 2023, Cointreau and Mount Gay partnered with EcoSPIRITS to launch a closed-loop distribution system in the UK. Since then, 15,500 bottles have been replaced by reusable ecoTOTES. This initiative saved 11.8 tonnes of CO2 and cut packaging waste by 10 tonnes. It was deployed in the US in 2024-2025.
Recycle: In 2024, Bruichladdich launched its Luxury Re/Defined range with revolutionary, fully recyclable paper pulp packaging developed with James Cropper and its Colourform technology. Made with 100% renewable energy from sustainably managed forest fibers, this premium-designed lighter packaging reduces the carbon footprint by 90% compared to the previous presentation box.
The Rémy Cointreau group is community of women and men united by shared values: excellence in know-how, respect, and sustainable practices.
Sustainable transformation is a collective effort. To go full speed ahead, the respect and dedication of each and every member of the Group’s community is of paramount importance, as is the support given to partners – from supplier farmers and bartenders to glassmakers and distributors, in all markets.
The sharing and transmission of heritage, whether intangible – through the Group’s values – or tangible – through its support and expertise – are deeply rooted in the spirit of Rémy Cointreau.
Rémy Cointreau’s teams also encourage all consumers to consume its exceptional products responsibly, through its “R.E.S.P.E.C.T.” ritual. The Group also innovates and works on products and recipes with reduced alcohol content.
In 2024-2025 :
90%
of strategic suppliers have a transparent, verified and auditable CSR process in place
11.9%
staff turnover (target: <17% in 2025) vs. turnover in the beverage production sector
45.8%
women managers (target: 50% in 2025)
Achievements
CSR Academy: training to drive engagement
Recognizing employees as key agents of change, Rémy Cointreau places education at the heart of its “Sustainable Exception” roadmap to ensure a successful environmental transition.
To bring this vision to life, in 2024-2025, the Group launched the CSR Academy – a global online training program – after a test phase involving 200 employees. This initiative provides a structured program with three progressive levels (2 to 3.5 hours each), tailored to different levels of expertise and validated by internal certifications.
First-level participants are encouraged to become ambassadors, quickly helping colleagues build their environmental awareness.
Rémy Cointreau supports other initiatives, including the Climate Fresk, with the ambitious goal of training all its employees by 2030.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion: performance drivers
Convinced that diversity and equity help drive economic performance, Rémy Cointreau is pursuing a global inclusive strategy. Its initiatives include gender equality (equal pay and Women’s Day events), disability inclusion (Duo Day and workplace adjustments), intercultural exchange (Lunar New Year celebrations and cultural quizzes), and work-life balance (mental health awareness and fitness challenges).
The company leverages partnerships with Women of the Wine & Spirits and Sport dans la Ville, runs a Diversity board, and organizes “We Care Days” to sustainably embed this inclusive culture across all its French and international teams.
Committed to responsible alcohol consumption
For Rémy Cointreau, social responsibility is a core value, driving its strong commitment to responsible alcohol consumption worldwide.
In France, the Group actively supports the “Prévention et Modération” association through the French Spirits Federation (FFS). This commitment includes taking part in the governance process, operational collaboration, and supporting the association’s field initiatives such as partnerships with road safety association.
Facing the challenge of excessive alcohol consumption, the Group continues to promote moderation and help protect vulnerable people. in Southeast Asia for example, Rémy Cointreau supports awareness campaigns like “Power of No” and #howmuchistoomuch in Singapore.
Rémy Cointreau believes that crafting exceptional Champagnes and spirits requires exemplarity, honesty and transparency.
The Group is committed to implementing and promoting more sustainable and ethical practices across its value chain, working with employees, suppliers, and consumers. The Group’s governance ensures its CSR strategy is integrated, effective, and consistently implemented at all company levels and across all markets where it operates.
Rémy Cointreau implements training and awareness programs, charters and codes of conduct to help improve social and environmental standards.
In 2024-2025 :
93%
of employees trained in anti-corruption issues
93%
of employees trained in GDPR (e-learning)
1 an
Listed with the French and European Commission transparency registers since 2024
Achievements
Prioritizing ethics, compliance, transparency, and social responsibility
The foundation of sustainable growth, ethics and compliance are the cornerstone of Rémy Cointreau’s strategy, supported by robust governance and a continuous internal awareness process.
The Group has established an ethical framework, including a confidential “Ethics Line” for reporting via multiple channels, and an Ethics Charter defining its core principles.
Its “Gifts & Hospitality” policy establishes clear rules to prevent conflicts of interest, including a €150 threshold above which any gift received must be registered.
Rémy Cointreau raises employee awareness, including during International Anti-Corruption Day, to foster the integrity and transparency that strengthen partner trust.
A strong commitment against corruption
Rémy Cointreau has a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of corruption, viewing such practices as detrimental to the countries where it operates. The Group actively promotes integrity and probity across its operations.
Management fosters ethical conduct through regular communication and is fully committed to complying with anti-corruption laws, including the French Sapin II Act.
The Group’s anti-corruption measures focus on four main areas:
- Raising the awareness of at-risk employees (93% trained in 2024-2025);
- Implementation of an “Ethics Line” for reporting;
- Regular audits of procedural compliance;
- A disciplinary framework to ensure compliance with the program.
Strict measures to safeguard information system
Information system and data security is a strategic priority for Rémy Cointreau. The Group implements a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to ensure the availability and integrity of its information system and the confidentiality of its data, helping to build and maintain partner trust.
To reduce cybersecurity risks, Rémy Cointreau has implemented a robust framework centered on three main areas:
- Identification, protection, detection, and response measures, with effectiveness validated by penetration tests;
- Regular employee awareness activities, including on phishing and social engineering;
- Continuously strengthening business processes to combat attempted fraud.
The Group constantly adapts its defences to evolving threats in line with its commitments.
