Coats Group plc, commonly known as Coats, is a leading global player in the textiles industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1755, Coats has established itself as a pioneer in the production of thread and yarn, serving diverse sectors such as apparel, footwear, and industrial applications. With a strong operational presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, the company has achieved significant milestones, including innovations in sustainable textile solutions.
Coats is renowned for its extensive range of high-quality products, including sewing threads, zips, and trims, which are distinguished by their durability and performance. As a market leader, Coats has garnered numerous accolades for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the global textiles market.
+55 vs industry average
Coats’s score of 68 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Textile Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Textile Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Coats's reported carbon emissions
Coats, a UK-based textile company, reported approximately 1.15 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for 2025. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of approximately 48.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 74.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 806.1 million kg CO2e. In 2024, Coats' total emissions were approximately 1.09 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 52.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at about 37.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 865.5 million kg CO2e. Coats has set ambitious climate commitments, including a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. They also aim for a 46% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 base year, and a 33% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030 from the same baseline. In the long term, Coats commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050 from a 2019 base year, and aims to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050. They are also working towards sourcing 100% renewable electricity by 2030. Some of these targets are under review by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
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Coats’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2026
22% reduction in all scopes
22% reduction in scope 1&2 emissions
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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