Public Profile

Alex Begg

Alex Begg, officially known as Alex Begg & Co. Ltd, is a distinguished manufacturer of luxury textiles based in GB. Founded in 1866, the company has established itself as a leader in the cashmere and wool industry, with a strong presence in both the UK and international markets. Renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship, Alex Begg offers a range of products including scarves, wraps, and throws, all crafted from the finest materials. The brand's commitment to quality and sustainability sets it apart, ensuring that each piece is not only stylish but also ethically produced. With a rich heritage and a reputation for excellence, Alex Begg continues to thrive, earning accolades for its innovative designs and dedication to traditional weaving techniques. The company remains a prominent name in luxury textiles, appealing to discerning customers worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

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18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Textile Manufacturing 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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Alex Begg's score of 18 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Alex Begg's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Alex Begg reported total carbon emissions of approximately 40,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 9,546,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 13,652,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 29,457,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a slight decrease from 2020, where emissions were about 40,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 9,860,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 13,516,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 26,790,000 kg CO2e. In 2019, the total emissions were approximately 42,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 10,646,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 13,926,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 28,152,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Alex Begg. The company is yet to establish formal commitments under initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). As the industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, Alex Begg's emissions data highlights the need for enhanced climate commitments and reduction strategies moving forward.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Alex Begg's primary industry is Textiles (17), 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. Alex Begg is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Alex Begg 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.

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Carbon Disclosure Project
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