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 Benchmark
Boohoo's score of 39 is higher than 93% 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 their ongoing commitment to addressing climate change, with emissions disclosed across all three scopes: Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3. For the year 2022, Boohoo's emissions were also significant, at about 852,370,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions contributing approximately 792,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 4,352,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions stem from Scope 3, which includes categories such as purchased goods and services (approximately 438,822,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (around 203,329,000 kg CO2e). Boohoo has set ambitious climate targets, committing to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, they aim to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 52% per unit of value added over the same timeframe. The company has also pledged 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 their environmental impact while striving for a more sustainable future.
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| 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.
