Prada Sustainability Profile
Prada S.p.A., a renowned luxury fashion house, is headquartered in Milan, Italy. Founded in 1913, the brand has established itself as a leader in the global fashion industry, with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Prada is celebrated for its innovative designs and high-quality craftsmanship, specialising in leather goods, apparel, footwear, and accessories. The brand's unique approach to combining traditional techniques with modern aesthetics has garnered a loyal clientele and critical acclaim. Notable milestones include the introduction of the iconic nylon backpack in the 1980s, which revolutionised luxury fashion. Today, Prada is synonymous with sophistication and elegance, consistently ranking among the top luxury brands worldwide, thanks to its commitment to creativity and excellence.
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Prada's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Prada reported total carbon emissions of approximately 303,244,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 5,704,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 25,863,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 293,018,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 306,548,000 kg CO2e. Prada has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 29.4% by 2026, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has committed to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2029 from the same baseline. Furthermore, Prada has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The emissions data and targets are cascaded from its parent company, Prada S.p.A., which is responsible for the overarching sustainability initiatives. The company is actively working towards these goals, with a focus on reducing its environmental impact in the luxury fashion sector.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,544,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 61,200,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Prada's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Prada's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and increased significantly since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 49% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Prada'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.
Prada 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.
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