ASOS Plc, commonly known as ASOS, is a leading online fashion retailer headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 2000, the company has rapidly evolved into a prominent player in the global e-commerce landscape, primarily serving the UK, Europe, and the United States. ASOS specialises in offering a diverse range of clothing, footwear, accessories, and beauty products, catering to a youthful demographic with a keen eye for trends. What sets ASOS apart is its commitment to inclusivity and innovation, featuring over 850 brands alongside its own label, ASOS Design. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its own marketplace and a strong focus on sustainable fashion. With a robust online presence and a reputation for quality and style, ASOS continues to solidify its position as a go-to destination for fashion-forward consumers.
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In 2023, ASOS's carbon emissions in Great Britain totalled approximately 2,147,000 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 1 emissions, specifically from stationary combustion. The company's total market-based emissions globally for the same year reached about 5,681,000 kg CO2e, combining Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. ASOS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality in its direct operations—including offices, fulfilment centres, deliveries, and returns—by 2025. Furthermore, the company is committed to reaching net zero carbon emissions across its entire value chain by 2030. This includes a significant reduction target of 87% for absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions per thousand orders fulfilled by FY2030/31, using FY2018/19 as a baseline. Additionally, ASOS plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 12% in FY2018/19 to 100% by FY2025/26. For Scope 3 emissions, ASOS aims to reduce emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution by 58.2% per million pounds of revenue by FY2030/31. The company also targets that 66% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, will have set Science-Based Targets (SBTs) by FY2025/26. These commitments reflect ASOS's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the retail sector.
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2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 264,895,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 207,650,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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