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Hermès International SCA, commonly known as Hermès, is a prestigious French luxury goods manufacturer headquartered in Paris, France. Established in 1837, the company has evolved into a leading player in the wholesale trade and commission trade services, excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles. Hermès is renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship in leather goods, fashion accessories, and ready-to-wear apparel, setting itself apart with a commitment to quality and timeless design.
With a strong presence in Europe and expanding operations globally, Hermès has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of iconic products like the Birkin and Kelly bags. The brand's dedication to artisanal techniques and sustainable practices has solidified its market position as a symbol of luxury and exclusivity. Hermès continues to thrive in the competitive luxury sector, maintaining a reputation for innovation and elegance.
90
DitchCarbon score
+63 vs industry average
Hermes’s score of 90 is higher than 94% 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
Wholesale Trade has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.134
20182025
The Wholesale Trade industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Hermes's reported carbon emissions
Hermès, a French company in the wholesale trade and commission trade services industry, reported total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions of approximately 658.46 million kg CO2e in 2025. In 2024, their total emissions were about 747.81 million kg CO2e, and in 2023, they were around 665.80 million kg CO2e. This emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Hermès International Société en commandite par actions.
Hermès has set ambitious climate commitments, with near-term and long-term targets:
- Near-term targets (by 2030):
- Reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50.4% from a 2018 base year.
- Reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions by 58.1% per million euros of value added from a 2018 base year.
- Increase annual sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by 2025 (from 69% in 2018) and maintain this through 2030.
- Halve the carbon footprint per square metre built and renovated by 2030 compared to 2018.
- Long-term target (by 2050): Achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes, following Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards.
These targets are validated by the SBTi and cascaded from Hermès International Société en commandite par actions.
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Hermes’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
50.4% reduction in Scope 2
Hermès commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 50.4% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
On track50.4%
2030
50.4% reduction in Scope 1
Hermès commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 50.4% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
Behind target50.4%
2030
58.1% reduction in scope 3 downstream
Hermès also commits to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions 58.1% per million euros of value added by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
Insufficient data58.1%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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