Movado Group, Inc., a renowned name in the luxury watch industry, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and operates globally, with a strong presence in North America and Europe. Founded in 1881, Movado has established itself as a leader in innovative timepiece design, known for its iconic Museum dial, which features a minimalist aesthetic and a single dot at 12 o'clock, symbolising the sun at high noon. The company offers a diverse range of watches, including the Movado Bold and Movado Museum collections, distinguished by their craftsmanship and modern elegance. Movado's commitment to quality and design has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a prestigious brand in the luxury watch market. With a rich heritage and a focus on innovation, Movado continues to captivate watch enthusiasts worldwide.
How does Movado's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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In 2023, Movado Group, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 73,675,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 330,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 2,654,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 70,675,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from capital goods (1,862,000 kg CO2e), business travel (1,035,000 kg CO2e), employee commute (2,436,000 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (3,402,000 kg CO2e), among others. Despite the substantial emissions reported, Movado has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced climate action strategies within the organisation. Movado's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, indicating that these figures are independently reported. Overall, Movado's current emissions profile highlights the importance of developing robust climate strategies to address their carbon footprint effectively.
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| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 330,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,654,000 |
| Scope 3 | 70,675,000 |
Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Waste Generated in Operations" being the largest emissions source at 5% 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.
Movado has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

