Hugo Boss
Hugo Boss AG, commonly known as Hugo Boss, is a renowned German luxury fashion house headquartered in Metzingen, Germany. Founded in 1924, the brand has evolved into a global leader in the premium apparel industry, with a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in high-quality menswear, womenswear, accessories, and fragrances, Hugo Boss is celebrated for its sophisticated tailoring and contemporary designs. The brand's commitment to craftsmanship and innovation has solidified its position in the competitive fashion market. Notable achievements include a significant expansion into sustainable fashion practices and a diverse product range that appeals to a wide audience. With a reputation for elegance and style, Hugo Boss continues to set trends and redefine luxury fashion.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Hugo Boss's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Apparel Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Hugo Boss's score of 33 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hugo Boss's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hugo Boss reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,088,067,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 11,184,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 19,180,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 1,057,703,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses areas such as purchased goods and services, employee commuting, and waste generated in operations. Over the years, Hugo Boss has shown a trend in its emissions data. For instance, in 2022, the total emissions were about 1,093,533,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight decrease in 2023. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, which suggests a need for further commitment in this area. Hugo Boss's emissions profile highlights the importance of addressing Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of their carbon footprint. As the fashion industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, Hugo Boss's ongoing efforts to manage and reduce its carbon emissions will be crucial in aligning with global climate goals.
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Get Started| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 12,001,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 35,924,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 32,562,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Hugo Boss is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
