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Otto (GmbH & Co KG)

Otto (GmbH & Co KG), commonly referred to as Otto Group, is a leading player in the e-commerce and retail industry, headquartered in Hamburg, Germany. Founded in 1949, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a pioneer in online shopping and catalogue sales across Europe and beyond. With a diverse portfolio that includes fashion, home goods, and electronics, Otto distinguishes itself through its commitment to quality and customer service. The company operates in various regions, primarily focusing on the German market while also expanding its reach internationally. Notable achievements include its innovative approach to digital retail and sustainability initiatives, positioning Otto as a market leader in the e-commerce sector. With a strong emphasis on customer experience and a robust logistics network, Otto continues to shape the future of online shopping.

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How does Otto (GmbH & Co KG)'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.

34

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Otto (GmbH & Co KG)'s score of 34 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Otto (GmbH & Co KG)'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Otto (GmbH & Co KG) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,741,529,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 57,350,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 75,089,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, approximately 6,741,529,000 kg CO2e, originated from Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from the value chain. Comparatively, in 2022, Otto's total emissions were about 7,378,760,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 68,528,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 116,147,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Despite these figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Otto, which suggests a need for further commitment to climate action. The company operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon footprint reduction, highlighting the importance of setting measurable targets to align with global climate goals.

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Scope 1
68,528,000
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Scope 2
116,147,000
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Scope 3
7,378,760,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Otto (GmbH & Co KG)'s primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Otto (GmbH & Co KG) is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Otto (GmbH & Co KG) is not committed to any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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