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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.
97
DitchCarbon score
+63 vs industry average
H And M’s score of 97 is higher than 97% 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
Low
Apparel Production has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.215
20182025
The Apparel Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 24% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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H And M's reported carbon emissions
H&M's total reported carbon emissions for 2025 were approximately 6.86 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 17.04 million kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions of 25.13 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 6.81 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back, their total emissions for 2024 were around 7.83 billion kg CO2e, and for 2023, they were approximately 7.55 billion kg CO2e.
H&M has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040, using a 2019 baseline, in line with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) guidance. This includes long-term targets to reduce Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040 and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% within the same timeframe.
In the near term, H&M is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 56% by 2030 from a 2019 base year, and to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 56% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. They also aim to increase annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 90.6% in 2019 to 100% by 2030.
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H And M’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2040
90% reduction in Scope 2
H&M Group commits to reduce scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by FY2040 from a FY2019 base year*. *The target boundary includes biogenic land-…
On track90%
2030
56% reduction in Scope 2
H&M Group commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 56% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year*. *The target boundary includes bioge…
On track56%
2040
90% reduction in Scope 1
H&M Group commits to reduce scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by FY2040 from a FY2019 base year*. *The target boundary includes biogenic land-…
Behind target90%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about H And M’s sustainability data and climate commitments
H&M reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6.86 billion kg CO2e for 2025. This figure represents a reduction from previous years, with total emissions around 7.83 billion kg CO2e in 2024 and approximately 7.55 billion kg CO2e in 2023. The company's emissions data shows a downward trend, indicating progress in its climate mitigation efforts. These figures are crucial for understanding the company's environmental impact within the wearing apparel industry.
Data year: 2025
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