KMD Brands Limited, commonly known as Kathmandu, is a prominent player in the outdoor apparel and equipment industry, headquartered in New Zealand. Founded in 1987, the company has established itself as a leader in providing high-quality, sustainable outdoor gear, catering to adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts across New Zealand, Australia, and beyond. KMD Brands operates primarily in the outdoor retail sector, offering a diverse range of products, including clothing, footwear, and camping equipment. Their commitment to sustainability and innovation sets them apart, with unique features such as eco-friendly materials and designs tailored for performance in challenging environments. With a strong market position, KMD Brands Limited has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its retail footprint and enhancing its online presence, solidifying its reputation as a trusted brand for outdoor exploration.
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KMD Brands Limited, headquartered in New Zealand, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its carbon emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established clear reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). KMD Brands Limited commits to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 47% by the year 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims to achieve a 28% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions, which encompass emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, the use of sold products, end-of-life treatment of sold products, and investments, all within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C, reflecting KMD Brands Limited's commitment to sustainability within the textiles, apparel, footwear, and luxury goods sector. The company has not yet committed to a net-zero target but is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions in the near term.
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