Chanel S.A.
Chanel S.A., a prestigious French luxury fashion house, is headquartered in Paris, France. Founded in 1910 by the iconic designer Coco Chanel, the brand has become synonymous with elegance and innovation in the fashion industry. Chanel operates primarily in the luxury goods sector, focusing on haute couture, ready-to-wear apparel, accessories, and fragrances. Renowned for its timeless products, such as the classic Chanel No. 5 perfume and the iconic Chanel suit, the brand distinguishes itself through its commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Over the decades, Chanel has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of the first-ever designer handbag and the establishment of a global presence in major markets across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Today, Chanel S.A. stands as a leader in the luxury market, celebrated for its heritage and continued influence on contemporary fashion.
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In 2021, Chanel S.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 870,800,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 19,600,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 22,200,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 829,000,000 kg CO2e. Chanel has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The emissions data is cascaded from Chanel Limited, which is a current subsidiary of Chanel S.A. Despite the lack of defined reduction targets, Chanel S.A. is actively involved in various climate initiatives, including participation in the CDP and RE100, which focus on transparency and renewable energy commitments. Overall, Chanel S.A. is positioned within the luxury goods sector, which faces increasing scrutiny regarding sustainability and carbon footprint management. The company’s emissions profile highlights the importance of addressing Scope 3 emissions, which often represent the largest share of total emissions in the fashion industry.
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| 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Chanel S.A. is participating in some 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.
