Kontoor Brands
Kontoor Brands, Inc., a leading player in the apparel industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2019, the company emerged as a spin-off from VF Corporation, focusing on iconic denim brands such as Wrangler and Lee. With a strong operational presence across North America, Europe, and Asia, Kontoor Brands has established itself as a significant force in the global market. Specialising in high-quality denim and casual apparel, Kontoor Brands is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company’s unique approach to product development emphasises durability and style, appealing to a diverse consumer base. Notable achievements include a robust market position, driven by a rich heritage and a dedication to responsible manufacturing practices. As a result, Kontoor Brands continues to shape the future of denim while maintaining its legacy of excellence.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Kontoor Brands's score of 34 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kontoor Brands's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kontoor Brands reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 54,234,000 kg CO2e, comprising 16,288,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 37,947,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target aligns with their commitment to also reduce Scope 3 emissions—covering purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and transportation—by the same percentage within the same timeframe. In previous years, Kontoor Brands reported emissions of approximately 63,560,000 kg CO2e in 2020, 59,345,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 58,195,000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating a focus on reducing their carbon footprint. The company’s initiatives reflect a commitment to sustainability within the textiles, apparel, footwear, and luxury goods sector, aiming to contribute positively to climate action while maintaining operational efficiency.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 44,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 54,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,249,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - |
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Kontoor Brands is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
