H&M
H&M, officially known as Hennes & Mauritz AB, is a leading global fashion retailer headquartered in the United States. Established in 1947, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the fast-fashion industry, with a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and North America. H&M is renowned for its wide range of clothing, accessories, and footwear, catering to men, women, and children, all while prioritising sustainability and affordability. The brand's commitment to eco-friendly practices and innovative designs sets it apart in a competitive market. With numerous accolades for its contributions to sustainable fashion, H&M continues to solidify its position as a trendsetter, making stylish clothing accessible to a diverse audience. As it evolves, H&M remains dedicated to enhancing customer experience and expanding its global footprint.
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H&M's reported carbon emissions
In 2018, H&M reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,215,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 18,215,000,000 kg CO2e. This included approximately 3,643,000,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products and about 13,297,000,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Scope 1 emissions were reported at about 11,818,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 45,160,000 kg CO2e. The combined total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions was around 56,978,000 kg CO2e. H&M has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company has not cascaded emissions data from any parent organisation, indicating that all reported figures are directly from H&M. Overall, H&M's climate commitments and emissions data reflect the challenges faced by the fashion industry in addressing carbon footprints, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which often represent the largest share of total emissions for retail companies.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,723,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 330,952,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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H&M 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.
