Fossil
Fossil Group, Inc., commonly known as Fossil, is a prominent American lifestyle brand headquartered in Richardson, Texas. Founded in 1984, the company has established itself in the fashion accessories industry, specialising in watches, handbags, and other leather goods. With a commitment to innovation, Fossil has successfully integrated technology into its products, notably through its smartwatches and hybrid timepieces. Over the years, Fossil has achieved significant milestones, including collaborations with renowned fashion labels and the expansion of its global presence across North America, Europe, and Asia. The brand is celebrated for its unique blend of vintage-inspired designs and modern functionality, positioning itself as a leader in the competitive accessories market. Fossil's dedication to quality craftsmanship and stylish aesthetics continues to resonate with consumers worldwide.
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Fossil's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Fossil Group, Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 270,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 370,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 14,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 254,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a significant increase in emissions compared to 2020, where total emissions were about 236,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 3,510,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 25,200,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 207,130,000 kg CO2e. Fossil has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 85% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Fossil aims to cut Scope 3 emissions by 45% within the same timeframe. For the long term, the company targets a 95% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2040. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Fossil's dedication to addressing climate change within the textiles, apparel, footwear, and luxury goods sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,510,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 25,200,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 207,130,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Fossil is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
