C And A
C&A, officially known as C&A Mode, is a prominent fashion retailer headquartered in the Netherlands. 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, Belgium, and France. C&A is renowned for its commitment to sustainable fashion, offering a diverse range of clothing for men, women, and children, characterised by quality materials and contemporary designs. The brand's unique selling proposition lies in its focus on affordability without compromising on style or sustainability. C&A has achieved notable milestones, including significant advancements in eco-friendly practices and a robust online shopping platform. With a market position that emphasises ethical fashion, C&A continues to lead the way in providing stylish, sustainable clothing options for the modern consumer.
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C And A's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, C And A reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,938,135,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 12,893,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 37,648,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 2,887,594,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company's total emissions were about 3,365,515,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. The trend continues from 2021, where total emissions were approximately 3,648,094,000 kg CO2e, and from 2020, which saw emissions of about 3,668,273,000 kg CO2e. This demonstrates a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint over recent years. C And A has set ambitious targets to further reduce its emissions. The company aims to achieve a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This commitment is part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability across its operations, including offices, distribution centres, and retail stores. Additionally, in 2024, C And A plans to revise its near-term targets and establish a new net-zero company-wide target in alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aiming to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and its responsibility as a current subsidiary of C&A Nederland BV, with data cascaded from its parent company, COFRA Holding AG.
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| 2018 | 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 not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
