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Rapha

Rapha, officially known as Rapha Racing Limited, is a leading name in the cycling apparel industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a pioneer in high-performance cycling clothing and accessories, catering to both amateur and professional cyclists. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Rapha has become synonymous with quality and innovation. The brand is renowned for its unique blend of style and functionality, offering products that include jerseys, bib shorts, and outerwear, all designed with the cyclist's needs in mind. Rapha's commitment to craftsmanship and attention to detail has earned it a loyal following and a prominent position in the market. Notable achievements include collaborations with professional cycling teams and a robust community engagement through events and rides, solidifying its status as a leader in the cycling world.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Rapha'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.

24

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Rapha's score of 24 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Rapha's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Rapha Racing Ltd reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,402,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 164,020 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 328,040 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 15,909,940 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, highlighting the substantial impact of their supply chain and product lifecycle. Rapha has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, using 2021 as the baseline year. In the near term, the company targets an 88% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, alongside a 45% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. For the long term, Rapha aims for a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050. These targets align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating Rapha's commitment to sustainability and its role in the textiles, apparel, footwear, and luxury goods sector.

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2021
Scope 1
164,020
Scope 2
328,040
Scope 3
15,909,940

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Rapha's primary industry is Wearing apparel; furs (18), 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. Rapha is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Rapha is committed to some 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.

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CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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