H And M
H&M, officially known as Hennes & Mauritz AB, is a leading global fashion retailer headquartered in Sweden (SE). Founded in 1947, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the fast-fashion industry, with a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. H&M offers a diverse range of clothing, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children, distinguished by its commitment to sustainability and affordability. Over the years, H&M has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its Conscious Collection, which highlights eco-friendly materials and practices. With a market position bolstered by innovative designs and a robust online presence, H&M continues to set trends while prioritising ethical production. The brand's unique blend of style, quality, and value has solidified its reputation as a go-to destination for fashion-conscious consumers worldwide.
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H And M's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, H&M Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,770,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 15,102,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 26,553,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The largest share came from Scope 3 emissions, which reached approximately 15,684,000,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the extensive impact of their supply chain and product use. H&M has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 56% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. This target is verified by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and aligns with a well-below 2-degree global warming scenario. Additionally, the company plans to achieve net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040, with a long-term goal of reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 90% by the same year. In recent years, H&M has made strides in its sustainability efforts, including a commitment to source 100% renewable electricity by 2030. The company’s emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from its parent organization, H & M Hennes & Mauritz AB (publ), ensuring a unified approach to sustainability across its operations.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 17,543,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 272,735,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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