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Safilo

Safilo Group S.p.A., commonly known as Safilo, is a leading eyewear manufacturer headquartered in Italy. Established in 1934, the company has built a strong reputation in the eyewear industry, specialising in the design, production, and distribution of high-quality optical frames and sunglasses. With a significant presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Safilo operates in a competitive market, catering to a diverse clientele. The company is renowned for its extensive portfolio of iconic brands, including Carrera, Polaroid, and Smith, alongside licensed collections for luxury labels. Safilo's commitment to innovation and craftsmanship sets its products apart, ensuring both style and functionality. As a key player in the eyewear sector, Safilo has achieved notable milestones, including strategic partnerships and a focus on sustainable practices, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the global eyewear market.

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67

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

Safilo's score of 67 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Safilo's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Safilo Group S.p.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 114,947,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,216,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 14,760,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 109,352,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a continued commitment to transparency in their climate impact, with emissions data disclosed across all relevant scopes. Safilo has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 70% by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions—specifically from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution—by 25% within the same timeframe. These targets align with industry standards and are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company's emissions for previous years show a trend of significant emissions, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions recorded at 6,667,000 kg CO2e in 2020, 6,004,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 4,846,000 kg CO2e in 2022. This indicates a positive trajectory towards achieving their reduction goals. Safilo's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by their participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reinforcing their dedication to responsible environmental practices within the textiles, apparel, footwear, and luxury goods sector.

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Scope 1
5,667,000
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Scope 2
21,110,000
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000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Safilo'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.

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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 Safilo is in IT, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Safilo is participating in some 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.

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