Public Profile

C&A

C&A, officially known as C&A Mode, is a prominent fashion retailer headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. Established in 1841, the company has evolved into a key player in the European apparel industry, with a strong presence across several major operational regions, including Belgium, the Netherlands, and France. Specialising in affordable, stylish clothing for men, women, and children, C&A is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and ethical fashion practices. The brand offers a diverse range of products, from casual wear to formal attire, distinguished by quality materials and innovative designs. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, C&A has positioned itself as a leader in the fast-fashion sector, consistently recognised for its contributions to sustainable retailing and community engagement.

DitchCarbon Score

How does C&A'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.

15

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services 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.

11

Industry Benchmark

C&A's score of 15 is lower than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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C&A's reported carbon emissions

C&A, headquartered in Germany (DE), currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no figures are available. However, the company is actively engaged in climate commitments and initiatives aimed at reducing its environmental impact. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific pledges outlined, C&A is part of the broader fashion industry movement towards sustainability and carbon neutrality. The absence of detailed emissions data highlights the need for transparency and accountability in corporate climate strategies. As the industry evolves, C&A's future commitments will be crucial in addressing climate change and reducing overall carbon emissions.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. C&A's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. C&A is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

C&A is not committed to any 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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