Cotton On Group Services Pty Ltd.
Cotton On Group Services Pty Ltd, commonly known as Cotton On, is a prominent player in the retail trade services sector, headquartered in Australia. Founded in 1991, the company has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence across various operational regions, including New Zealand, the United States, and South Africa.
Specialising in fashion and lifestyle products, Cotton On offers a diverse range of apparel, accessories, and homewares that cater to a broad audience. The brand is recognised for its commitment to quality and affordability, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a focus on sustainability and ethical practices, Cotton On has achieved notable milestones, including significant reductions in its environmental footprint.
As a leader in the retail industry, Cotton On continues to innovate and expand, solidifying its market position through unique product offerings and a customer-centric approach.
+1 vs industry average
Cotton On Group Services Pty Ltd.’s score of 37 is higher than 53% 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
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Cotton On Group Services Pty Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions
Cotton On Group Services Pty Ltd., an Australian retail trade services company, has reported its carbon emissions for recent years. In 2024, the company's total reported emissions were approximately 526.7 million kg CO2e. This figure comprises around 860,000 kg CO2e of Scope 1 emissions and approximately 37.0 million kg CO2e of Scope 2 emissions (market-based). Scope 3 emissions accounted for the largest portion, totalling about 488.8 million kg CO2e.
The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of approximately 628.7 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at around 800,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 40.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 587.2 million kg CO2e. In 2022, total emissions were reported as approximately 756.1 million kg CO2e, including around 7.8 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, roughly 39.7 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and about 708.6 million kg CO2e for Scope 3.
Cotton On Group Services has a stated commitment to transitioning to 100% renewable energy across its operations by 2030. This initiative is considered on track for the near term. Some data points for Scope 3 emissions, specifically for purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution, were noted as missing for these reporting years.
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Cotton On Group Services Pty Ltd.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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