Patagonia
Patagonia, Inc., a renowned outdoor apparel and gear company, is headquartered in Ventura, California, USA. Founded in 1973, Patagonia has established itself as a leader in the outdoor industry, focusing on sustainable practices and environmental activism. The company operates primarily in North America, Europe, and Asia, offering a diverse range of products including technical clothing, outdoor gear, and accessories. Patagonia is celebrated for its commitment to quality and sustainability, utilising recycled materials and ethical manufacturing processes. Notable achievements include the introduction of the "Worn Wear" programme, promoting the repair and reuse of gear. With a strong market position, Patagonia is not only a favourite among outdoor enthusiasts but also a pioneer in corporate responsibility, consistently advocating for environmental conservation and social justice.
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Patagonia's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Patagonia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 199,357,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of these emissions reveals that Scope 3 emissions accounted for the majority, totalling about 196,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 182,523,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (about 562,000 kg CO2e). Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined were approximately 2,963,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, Patagonia's total emissions were about 102,658,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,085,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 2,607,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 98,966,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, the total emissions were higher at approximately 224,565,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 1,442,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 3,744,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 219,379,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Patagonia has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they cascaded any targets from parent organisations. Their emissions data is independently reported, reflecting their commitment to transparency in climate impact reporting.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,442,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 3,744,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 219,379,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Patagonia is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
