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.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Boohoo's score of 39 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Boohoo's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Boohoo Group PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 781,146,000 kg CO2e. This figure reflects a slight decrease from 2022, where emissions were about 852,370,000 kg CO2e. The company's emissions are categorised into three scopes: Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3. In 2021, Boohoo's total emissions reached approximately 852,370,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 791,252,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 4,161,000 kg CO2e. Boohoo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 52% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per unit of value added over the same timeframe. Boohoo is also committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity annually through 2030. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. Overall, Boohoo's climate strategy reflects a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint while addressing the significant challenges posed by emissions across its supply chain.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 289,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,762,000 | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 748,444,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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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.
