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Retail Trade Services
SE
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Renewcell Sustainability Profile

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Renewcell, officially known as Renewcell AB, is a pioneering company headquartered in Sweden (SE) that operates at the forefront of the textile recycling industry. Founded in 2012, Renewcell has made significant strides in transforming the fashion landscape by developing innovative solutions for circular textiles. The company’s flagship product, Circulose®, is a unique, biodegradable material derived from recycled cotton textiles, setting a new standard for sustainable fashion. This revolutionary approach not only reduces waste but also conserves resources, positioning Renewcell as a leader in the shift towards a more sustainable textile economy. With a strong presence in Europe and growing recognition globally, Renewcell has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with major fashion brands, further solidifying its market position as a key player in the sustainable materials sector.

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44

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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Renewcell's score of 44 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Renewcell's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Renewcell reported total carbon emissions of approximately 63,308,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3, with no emissions recorded in Scope 1 and 186,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2. The significant portion of their emissions, about 60,053,000 kg CO2e, originated from capital goods within Scope 3. Renewcell has set ambitious climate commitments, aspiring to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. In the near term, they aim to reduce their absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by the end of 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, they have established Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets, committing to a 38% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2029 from a 2022 base year. These commitments reflect Renewcell's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint in alignment with industry standards.

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2022
Scope 1
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Scope 2
186,000
Scope 3
63,308,000

How Carbon Intensive is Renewcell's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Renewcell's primary industry is Retail Trade Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Renewcell's Location?

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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. This request for Renewcell is in SE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Renewcell'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.

Renewcell 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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