Fast Retailing Co
Fast Retailing Co., Ltd., commonly known as Fast Retailing, is a leading Japanese retail company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1984, the company has established itself as a major player in the global apparel industry, primarily through its flagship brand, UNIQLO, alongside other brands such as GU and Theory. Fast Retailing operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America, offering a diverse range of clothing and accessories that emphasise quality, affordability, and innovative design. The company is renowned for its unique approach to casual wear, particularly its LifeWear concept, which focuses on functional and versatile clothing for everyday life. With a strong market position, Fast Retailing has achieved significant milestones, including rapid international expansion and recognition for its commitment to sustainability and ethical practices in fashion.
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Fast Retailing Co's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Fast Retailing Co., headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 955,800 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 85,502,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, including 1,391,000 kg CO2e from franchises and 3,977,760,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Over recent years, the company has made notable strides in reducing its carbon footprint. From a 2019 baseline, Fast Retailing has committed to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2030. Additionally, it aims to decrease Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 20% within the same timeframe. The company also plans to achieve 100% renewable electricity sourcing by FY2030, aligning its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to support global climate goals. These commitments reflect Fast Retailing's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its overall environmental impact in the retail sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,295,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 298,566,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 5,730,400,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Fast Retailing Co is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
