Public Profile

Alain Afflelou

Alain Afflelou, a prominent name in the optical retail industry, is headquartered in Germany and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 1972, the company has established itself as a leader in eyewear and optical solutions, offering a diverse range of products including prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. What sets Alain Afflelou apart is its commitment to innovation and quality, exemplified by its unique "Buy One, Get One Free" offer on glasses, which has resonated well with consumers. Over the years, the brand has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its design and customer service excellence. With a strong market position, Alain Afflelou continues to expand its footprint, making it a trusted choice for eyewear across various demographics.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Alain Afflelou's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

15

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Alain Afflelou's score of 15 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Alain Afflelou's reported carbon emissions

Alain Afflelou currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year. However, the company has made commitments towards climate action. As of August 2024, Afflelou is classified as "Committed" to near-term reduction targets, although specific targets or timelines have not been disclosed. The company has not yet committed to a net-zero target. Operating in the retail sector, Afflelou's emissions are likely to encompass Scope 1, 2, and 3 categories, which include direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, indirect emissions from the generation of purchased energy, and other indirect emissions in the value chain. The absence of specific emissions data highlights the need for transparency in corporate climate commitments, especially in an industry increasingly scrutinised for its environmental impact.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Alain Afflelou's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Alain Afflelou is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Alain Afflelou 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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