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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In 2023, Lululemon Athletica reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,736,000,000 kg CO2e globally. 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 various categories such as purchased goods and services, employee commuting, and the use of sold products. Lululemon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 60% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 60% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per unit of value added over the same timeframe. Long-term goals include achieving net-zero emissions across the entire value chain by 2050, with a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Lululemon's commitment to sustainability within the textiles, apparel, footwear, and luxury goods sector. The company’s headquarters is located in Canada, and it continues to work towards these significant climate goals while addressing its carbon footprint.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 3 | 370,681,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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