C And A
C&A, officially known as C&A Mode, is a prominent fashion retailer headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. Established in 1841, the company has evolved into a key player in the European apparel industry, with a strong presence in countries such as Germany, the Netherlands, and France. C&A is renowned for its commitment to sustainable fashion, offering a diverse range of clothing for men, women, and children, with a focus on eco-friendly materials and ethical production practices. Over the years, C&A has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its "Wear the Change" initiative, which underscores its dedication to sustainability. The brand's unique selling proposition lies in its ability to combine affordability with style, making it a go-to destination for fashion-conscious consumers. With a solid market position, C&A continues to innovate and lead in the realm of responsible fashion.
DitchCarbon Score
How does C And 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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
C And A's score of 41 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
C And A's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, C&A reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2.9 million tonnes CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 12.9 million tonnes (Scope 1), 37.6 million tonnes (Scope 2), and about 2.9 billion tonnes (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. Additionally, C&A is committed to a similar 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect C&A's long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company has made significant strides in reducing emissions, achieving a 22% reduction in product-level emissions as of 2021 and a 20.4% reduction by 2022. C&A's ongoing efforts demonstrate a commitment to sustainability and climate action within the retail clothing sector.
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Add to project2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 18,724,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 80,753,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,398,345,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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C And A 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.
