Fast Retailing Co., Ltd., commonly known as Fast Retailing, is a leading Japanese retail company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1984, the company has established itself as a major player in the global apparel industry, primarily through its flagship brand, UNIQLO, alongside other brands such as GU and Theory.
Fast Retailing operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America, offering a diverse range of clothing and accessories that emphasise quality, affordability, and innovative design. The company is renowned for its unique approach to casual wear, particularly its LifeWear concept, which focuses on functional and versatile clothing for everyday life.
With a strong market position, Fast Retailing has achieved significant milestones, including rapid international expansion and recognition for its commitment to sustainability and ethical practices in fashion.
+54 vs industry average
Fast Retailing Co’s score of 89 is higher than 94% 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 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Fast Retailing Co's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Fast Retailing Co., headquartered in Japan, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from all scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 9,301,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 20,906,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reached approximately 3,969,000,000 kg CO2e. Fast Retailing has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas emissions from its own operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 90% by the fiscal year ending August 2030, compared to FY 2019 levels. Additionally, the company plans to reduce emissions from its supply chain (Scope 3) by 20% over the same timeframe. These targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and align with the decarbonisation goals of the Paris Agreement. The company also commits to achieving 100% renewable electricity sourcing by the fiscal year ending August 2030. Fast Retailing's long-term goal is to reach net zero emissions by 2050, further solidifying its commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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Fast Retailing Co’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2030
20% reduction in scope 3 total
reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions related to UNIQLO and GU product production including raw materials, fabric mills, and garment fact…
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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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
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