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H&M, officially known as Hennes & Mauritz AB, is a leading global retailer in the wearing apparel and furs industry, headquartered in Sweden (SE). Founded in 1947, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the fast-fashion sector, offering a diverse range of clothing, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children.
With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, H&M is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovative design. The brand's core products include stylish, affordable apparel that caters to various fashion tastes, making it a go-to destination for trend-conscious consumers. Notable achievements include its extensive global reach and initiatives aimed at promoting eco-friendly practices within the fashion industry.
+66 vs industry average
H And M’s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Apparel Production has below-average carbon intensity
The Apparel Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 24% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
H&M, headquartered in Sweden, reported total emissions of approximately 6.85 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 17.04 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of roughly 25.13 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 6.81 billion kg CO2e. In 2024, the company's total emissions were around 7.83 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 17.00 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based at roughly 28.49 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 7.79 billion kg CO2e. This shows a decrease in total emissions between 2024 and 2025.
H&M has set ambitious climate commitments validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by fiscal year 2040, using a fiscal year 2019 baseline. Near-term targets include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 56% by FY2030, and increasing annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 90.6% in FY2019 to 100% by FY2030. Furthermore, H&M commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 56% by FY2030. Long-term targets include a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions and a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by FY2040, both from a FY2019 baseline. H&M also aims to reduce its operational emissions by 30% by 2025 from a 2019 baseline and reduce its electricity intensity by 25% by 2025 compared to a 2016 baseline.
2040
90% reduction in Scope 2
H&M Group commits to reduce scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by FY2040 from a FY2019 base year.
2030
56% reduction in Scope 2
H&M Group commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 56% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
2040
90% reduction in Scope 1
H&M Group commits to reduce scope 1 GHG emissions 90% by FY2040 from a FY2019 base year.
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