Hugo Boss Sustainability Profile
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.
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Hugo Boss's score of 65 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Hugo Boss's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Hugo Boss reported total carbon emissions of approximately 550,788,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 9,827,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 15,693,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 525,268,000 kg CO2e. This represents a notable increase from 2023, when total emissions were about 487,252,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 9,664,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 19,179,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 458,409,000 kg CO2e. Hugo Boss has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This long-term target was established in 2021 and reaffirmed in subsequent reports. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by at least 51% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. For Scope 3 emissions, Hugo Boss aims for a 30% reduction by 2030, also from a 2018 baseline. The company is actively engaged in initiatives such as the Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action, which promotes a climate-neutral fashion industry by 2050. These commitments reflect Hugo Boss's dedication to sustainability and its alignment with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,001,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 47,458,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,519,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Hugo Boss's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Hugo Boss's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 15% last year and increased significantly since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 79% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Hugo Boss's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Hugo Boss has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
