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.
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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, where total emissions were about 487,252,000 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 Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by at least 51% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is designed to support the global effort to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. For Scope 3 emissions, Hugo Boss aims to achieve a 30% reduction by 2030, also from a 2018 baseline. This comprehensive approach reflects the company's commitment to sustainability and climate action within the textiles and apparel sector. Overall, Hugo Boss's emissions data and climate commitments demonstrate a proactive stance towards reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to a more sustainable future.
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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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