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updated 9 months ago

Lacoste Sustainability Profile

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Lacoste, officially known as Lacoste S.A., is a renowned French apparel brand headquartered in Paris, France. Established in 1933 by tennis legend René Lacoste and André Gillier, the company has evolved into a global leader in the fashion industry, particularly in the realm of casual wear and sports apparel. Lacoste is best known for its iconic polo shirts, featuring the distinctive crocodile logo, which symbolises quality and elegance. The brand also offers a diverse range of products, including footwear, accessories, and fragrances, all characterised by their unique blend of sporty sophistication and timeless style. With a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Lacoste has solidified its market position as a premium lifestyle brand, celebrated for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. Over the decades, Lacoste has achieved numerous milestones, including collaborations with various designers and a continuous expansion of its product lines, reinforcing its status as a staple in contemporary fashion.

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36

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

Lacoste's score of 36 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Lacoste's reported carbon emissions

Lacoste, headquartered in France, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. The company has committed to a 47% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, Lacoste aims to decrease Scope 3 emissions by 37%, which encompasses emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, waste, business travel, and employee commuting per item sold, all within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Lacoste's commitment to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company has not reported any specific emissions data for the most recent year, but its proactive approach to climate action demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability within the textiles, apparel, footwear, and luxury goods sector.

How Carbon Intensive is Lacoste's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Lacoste'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 Lacoste is in FR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Lacoste'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.

Lacoste 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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