About You
About You GmbH, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, is a leading player in the online fashion retail industry. With a strong presence across Europe, particularly in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, the company has rapidly expanded its operations, becoming a go-to destination for personalised shopping experiences. Specialising in a wide range of clothing, footwear, and accessories, About You distinguishes itself through its innovative approach to e-commerce, offering tailored recommendations and a user-friendly interface. The brand has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with numerous well-known fashion labels and a robust online community. Recognised for its commitment to customer satisfaction and sustainability, About You has solidified its market position as a forward-thinking retailer, continually adapting to the evolving landscape of online shopping.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
About You's score of 15 is lower than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
About You's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, About You reported total carbon emissions of approximately 40,077 tonnes CO2e. This figure includes 61 tonnes CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 310 tonnes CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 39,706 tonnes CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses areas such as business travel (247 tonnes CO2e) and employee commuting (95 tonnes CO2e). The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, indicating a need for further development in this area. The carbon intensity for 2020 was reported at about 1.63 kg CO2e per order, reflecting the emissions associated with their operations relative to revenue. Overall, while About You has made strides in measuring its carbon footprint, there is currently no publicly available information on specific reduction targets or commitments to mitigate climate impact.
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Add to project2020 | |
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| Scope 1 | 61,000 |
| Scope 2 | 310,000 |
| Scope 3 | 39,706,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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About You is not committed to any 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.
