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Hugo Boss Sustainability Profile

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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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71

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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Hugo Boss's score of 71 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

82%

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Hugo Boss's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Hugo Boss reported total carbon emissions of approximately 550.8 million kg CO2e, comprising 9.8 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 15.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 525.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 487.3 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 9.7 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 19.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 458.4 million kg CO2e. Hugo Boss has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The company has also committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by at least 51% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, Hugo Boss aims to cut its Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, as well as upstream and downstream transportation, by 30% by 2030. Recent targets include a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2024 base year, alongside a similar 50% reduction target for Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to sustainable practices within the textiles and apparel sector.

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20172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
12,001,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
47,458,000
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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
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000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Hugo Boss's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hugo Boss's primary industry is Apparel Production, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Hugo Boss's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Hugo Boss is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
79%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
13%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
2%
Employee Commuting
1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
Business Travel
1%
Franchises
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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