Lululemon Athletica
Lululemon Athletica Inc., commonly known as Lululemon, is a leading athletic apparel company headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 1998, Lululemon has established itself as a prominent player in the activewear industry, focusing on high-quality yoga, running, and training apparel. The brand is renowned for its innovative fabrics and commitment to sustainability, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations globally, Lululemon has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its technical performance gear and community-driven initiatives. The company’s core products, such as leggings and sports bras, are celebrated for their fit, functionality, and style, appealing to both fitness enthusiasts and casual wearers alike. Lululemon's dedication to quality and community engagement has solidified its position as a market leader in the athleisure sector.
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Lululemon Athletica's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Lululemon Athletica reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,736,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes 4,232,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 32,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 1,732,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses a wide range of activities including purchased goods and services, employee commuting, and waste generated in operations. Lululemon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 60% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution by 60% per unit of value added within the same timeframe. Long-term, the company targets a 90% reduction in total emissions across all scopes by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Lululemon's commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,898,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 15,140,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 476,815,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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