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Renewcell

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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41

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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Renewcell's score of 41 is higher than 87% 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, with emissions distributed across Scope 2 at 186,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 at about 63,122,000 kg CO2e. Notably, there were no reported emissions under Scope 1. Renewcell has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 38% decrease in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2029, using 2022 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects the company's dedication to mitigating climate impact in line with the 1.5°C warming limit. The company is headquartered in Sweden (SE) and is actively working to enhance its sustainability practices within the textile industry.

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

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Renewcell's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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