Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail Limited (ABFRL), headquartered in India, is a prominent player in the fashion and retail industry. Founded in 2007, the company has rapidly expanded its footprint across major operational regions, including metropolitan cities and tier-2 markets. ABFRL is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes well-known brands such as Pantaloons, Van Heusen, and Allen Solly, catering to a wide range of consumer preferences. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, ABFRL offers unique products that blend contemporary style with traditional craftsmanship. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions and collaborations that have strengthened its market position. As a leader in the Indian fashion landscape, ABFRL continues to set trends while prioritising quality and customer satisfaction.
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In 2024, Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.7 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,458,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 94,409,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 1,584,632,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (737,832,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (536,130,000 kg CO2e). ABFRL has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 54.6% by FY2033, using FY2023 as the baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 32.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from specific categories, including purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and the use of sold products, within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect ABFRL's commitment to addressing climate change effectively. The company has disclosed emissions data for all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate impact reporting. As part of the textiles, apparel, footwear, and luxury goods sector, ABFRL's initiatives are crucial in driving sustainability within the industry.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,416,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 41,027,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Abfrl's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 16% last year and increased by approximately 151% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 47% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Abfrl has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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