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French Connection

French Connection, officially known as French Connection Group PLC, is a prominent British fashion retailer headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1972, the company has established itself as a key player in the global fashion industry, with a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in contemporary clothing, accessories, and homeware, French Connection is renowned for its unique designs that blend modern aesthetics with timeless appeal. The brand's commitment to quality and innovation has garnered a loyal customer base and positioned it as a leader in the mid-market fashion segment. Over the years, French Connection has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of its iconic "FCUK" branding, which has become synonymous with the brand's edgy and playful identity. With a focus on sustainability and ethical practices, French Connection continues to evolve while maintaining its reputation for stylish, high-quality products.

DitchCarbon Score

How does French Connection'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.

23

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.

25

Industry Benchmark

French Connection's score of 23 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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French Connection's reported carbon emissions

In 2020, French Connection reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,939,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at about 95,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 1,844,000 kg CO2e. In the UK, the company’s emissions for the same year included approximately 143,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1, 1,844,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2, and 30,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, it is essential to note that the fashion industry is increasingly focusing on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints, which may influence future commitments from French Connection. Overall, while French Connection has made strides in reporting its emissions, further transparency regarding reduction strategies and targets would enhance its climate commitment profile.

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20192020
Scope 1
174,000
00,000
Scope 2
2,869,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. French Connection's primary industry is Wearing apparel; furs (18), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 French Connection is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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French Connection is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

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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