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Boohoo

Boohoo Group PLC, commonly known as Boohoo, is a leading online fashion retailer headquartered in Manchester, GB. Founded in 2006, the company has rapidly established itself within the fast fashion industry, catering primarily to young, trend-conscious consumers. With a focus on affordable clothing, Boohoo offers a diverse range of products, including dresses, activewear, and accessories, all designed to reflect the latest fashion trends. Boohoo's unique selling proposition lies in its ability to deliver new styles at an impressive speed, often launching new collections multiple times a week. The brand has achieved significant market presence, particularly in the UK and the US, and is recognised for its commitment to inclusivity and diversity in fashion. Notable milestones include its expansion into various international markets and the acquisition of other fashion brands, solidifying its position as a key player in the global online retail landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Boohoo'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.

39

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Apparel Production 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

Boohoo's score of 39 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Boohoo's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Boohoo Group PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 781,146,000 kg CO2e. This figure reflects their ongoing commitment to addressing climate change, with emissions disclosed across various scopes. In 2022, their total emissions were about 852,370,000 kg CO2e, while in 2021, they reached approximately 852,370,000 kg CO2e as well. The emissions breakdown for 2021 included 791,252,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,694,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,022,034,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Boohoo has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company commits to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, they aim to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 52% per unit of value added over the same timeframe. Boohoo also pledges to source 100% renewable electricity annually through 2030, reinforcing their commitment to sustainable practices in the retail sector. These initiatives align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating Boohoo's proactive approach to mitigating its environmental impact while continuing to grow its business.

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Scope 1
289,000
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Scope 2
2,762,000
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0,000,000
Scope 3
748,444,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Boohoo's primary industry is Wearing apparel; furs (18), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Boohoo is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Boohoo 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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