Inditex, officially known as Industria de Diseño Textil, is a global leader in the fashion retail industry, headquartered in Arteijo, Spain. Founded in 1985, the company has revolutionised the fast fashion model, primarily through its flagship brand, Zara, alongside other well-known labels such as Massimo Dutti and Pull&Bear. With a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Inditex operates over 7,000 stores worldwide, showcasing its commitment to innovative design and sustainability. The company is renowned for its unique supply chain management, enabling rapid product turnover and responsiveness to market trends. Inditex's notable achievements include being one of the largest fashion retailers globally, consistently ranking high in sustainability initiatives and corporate responsibility. Its core offerings encompass a diverse range of apparel and accessories, appealing to a broad demographic while maintaining a focus on quality and style.
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In 2024, Inditex reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,489,674,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 59,572,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 1,340,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 13,427,762,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 compared to 2018 levels. Additionally, Inditex is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. For Scope 3 emissions, Inditex has pledged to reduce these by at least 51% by 2030, with a long-term goal of a 90% reduction by 2040. These targets have been approved by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring they align with global climate goals. Inditex's strategy reflects a comprehensive approach to sustainability, addressing emissions from both direct operations and the broader supply chain.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 21,347,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 666,188,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 709,410,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Inditex's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and increased significantly since 2014, 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 50% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Inditex 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.

Common questions about Inditex's sustainability data and climate commitments