Bestseller
Bestseller, a prominent fashion retail company headquartered in Denmark (DK), has established itself as a key player in the global apparel industry since its founding in 1975. With a diverse portfolio of brands, including Vero Moda, Jack & Jones, and Only, Bestseller operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and North America, catering to a wide range of consumer preferences. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, offering stylish clothing and accessories that resonate with modern consumers. Notable achievements include a strong market presence and innovative approaches to fashion retail, positioning Bestseller as a leader in the industry. With a focus on both contemporary trends and timeless designs, Bestseller continues to shape the future of fashion while maintaining its core values of responsibility and creativity.
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Bestseller's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Bestseller A/S reported significant carbon emissions, with total Scope 3 emissions amounting to approximately 191,000 kg CO2e. This includes emissions from the use of sold products (about 599,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 533,000 kg CO2e). The company has not disclosed data for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions for this year. Looking back to 2018, Bestseller's total emissions were reported at about 2,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 40,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 60,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 1,900,000,000 kg CO2e. Bestseller has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2018 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, specifically from purchased goods and services, as well as upstream and downstream transportation, by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Furthermore, Bestseller aims to reduce energy consumption in its owned and operated buildings globally by 30% by 2025. These commitments reflect the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint within the textiles, apparel, footwear, and luxury goods sector. Bestseller A/S operates as a current subsidiary and cascades its emissions data and climate targets from its parent organization, ensuring a cohesive strategy towards sustainability and emissions reduction.
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| 2018 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 40,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 60,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 1,900,000,000 | 000,000 |
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