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Apparel Production
AU
updated 18 days ago

Cotton On Clothing Pty. Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Cotton On Clothing Pty. Ltd., commonly known as Cotton On, is a prominent Australian retail company headquartered in Geelong, Victoria. Founded in 1988, it has grown to become a leading player in the fashion industry, with a strong presence across Australia and internationally. The company operates in various sectors, including apparel, accessories, and homewares, catering to a diverse customer base. Cotton On is renowned for its stylish, affordable clothing that combines contemporary trends with everyday comfort. Its core offerings include casual wear, activewear, and children's clothing, all designed with a focus on quality and sustainability. Over the years, Cotton On has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its brand portfolio and establishing a robust online presence, solidifying its position as a go-to destination for fashion-conscious consumers.

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How does Cotton On Clothing Pty. Ltd.'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.

46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Apparel Production 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Cotton On Clothing Pty. Ltd.'s score of 46 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

66%

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Cotton On Clothing Pty. Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Cotton On Group Services Pty Ltd.

Cotton On Clothing Pty. Ltd., headquartered in Australia, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. The company is a current subsidiary of Cotton On Group Services Pty Ltd., which may influence its climate commitments and performance metrics. As of now, Cotton On Clothing has not established any documented reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it participate in recognised climate pledges such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This lack of specific emissions data and reduction commitments suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Given the absence of detailed emissions figures, it is essential for Cotton On Clothing to consider setting measurable targets and engaging in industry-standard climate initiatives to enhance its sustainability profile and address the growing concerns surrounding carbon emissions in the retail sector.

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2022
Scope 1
7,815,000
Scope 2
35,436,000
Scope 3
712,159,000

How Carbon Intensive is Cotton On Clothing Pty. Ltd.'s Industry?

Very low
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Very high
Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cotton On Clothing Pty. Ltd.'s primary industry is Wearing apparel; furs (18), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Cotton On Clothing Pty. Ltd.'s Location?

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Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Cotton On Clothing Pty. Ltd. is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Cotton On Clothing Pty. Ltd.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 63% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2022
Purchased Goods and Services
63%
Use of Sold Products
14%
Capital Goods
10%
Waste Generated in Operations
5%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Franchises
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%

Cotton On Clothing Pty. Ltd.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Cotton On Clothing Pty. Ltd. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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