Hanesbrands Inc., commonly known as Hanes, is a leading apparel company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1901, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the clothing industry, specialising in everyday essentials such as underwear, activewear, and hosiery. With a strong operational presence across North America, Europe, and Asia, Hanesbrands has consistently delivered innovative products that prioritise comfort and quality. Renowned for its iconic brands, including Hanes, Champion, and Playtex, the company has achieved significant milestones, such as its commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing. Hanesbrands holds a strong market position, recognised for its extensive distribution network and dedication to customer satisfaction. With a focus on performance and style, Hanes continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted name in apparel for consumers worldwide.
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In 2023, Hanesbrands, Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 105,594,000 kg CO2e, comprising 39,516,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 66,078,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint significantly. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, Hanesbrands aims to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions, specifically from purchased goods and services as well as upstream transportation and distribution, by 27.5% within the same timeframe. In previous years, Hanesbrands reported emissions of approximately 217,541,000 kg CO2e in 2019, with Scope 1 emissions at 89,357,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 128,184,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability within the textiles and apparel sector, aligning its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure that its reduction goals are consistent with the global aim of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. Hanesbrands continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices, reflecting a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its overall environmental impact.
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2019 | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 89,357,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 128,184,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | - | - |
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