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Hugo Boss AG, commonly known as Hugo Boss, is a renowned German fashion house headquartered in Metzingen, Germany. Established in 1924, the brand has evolved into a leading player in the wearing apparel and furs industry, offering a diverse range of high-quality clothing, accessories, and fragrances.
With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Hugo Boss is celebrated for its sophisticated menswear and elegant womenswear, characterised by timeless designs and premium materials. The brand's commitment to craftsmanship and innovation has solidified its market position, making it a preferred choice for discerning consumers.
Notable achievements include its expansion into sustainable fashion practices and a robust global retail network, further enhancing its reputation as a luxury lifestyle brand.
+57 vs industry average
Hugo Boss’s score of 91 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Apparel Production has below-average carbon intensity
The Apparel Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 24% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
HUGO BOSS, a leading brand in the Wearing apparel; furs (18) industry based in DE, has reported significant carbon emissions across its operations.
In 2025, HUGO BOSS reported a total of approximately 663,540,000 kg CO2e. This figure comprises approximately 9,152,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions and approximately 11,442,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions (market-based). Scope 3 emissions were substantially higher, amounting to approximately 642,946,000 kg CO2e. The largest contributor to Scope 3 emissions in 2025 was purchased goods and services, totalling approximately 543,008,000 kg CO2e, followed by upstream transportation and distribution at approximately 52,909,000 kg CO2e.
For 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 771,654,000 kg CO2e. This included approximately 9,827,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 15,693,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 746,134,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Purchased goods and services were again the largest component of Scope 3 emissions, at approximately 629,996,000 kg CO2e.
HUGO BOSS is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. As part of its near-term strategy, the company has set targets to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by at least 50% by 2030, using 2024 as a baseline year. Furthermore, HUGO BOSS aims to reduce its Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution by 50% by 2030, also from a 2024 baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are considered consistent with keeping global warming to 1.5°C.
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2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
Hugo Boss AG commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 50.0% by 2030 from a 2024 base year.
2030
50% reduction in scope 3 upstream
Hugo Boss AG also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distrib…
2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
Hugo Boss AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 50.0% by 2030 from a 2024 base year.
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