Stella International Holdings Limited, commonly referred to as Stella International, is a prominent player in the global footwear and apparel industry, headquartered in Hong Kong. Founded in 1982, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. Specialising in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of high-quality footwear and apparel, Stella International is renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to sustainability. The company’s core products include athletic and casual footwear, which are distinguished by their superior craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology. With a robust market position, Stella International has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with leading global brands and recognition for its excellence in production standards. This dedication to quality and innovation continues to drive the company’s success in the competitive fashion landscape.
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In 2024, Stella International Holdings, headquartered in Hong Kong, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,203,230,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 13,998,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 77,522,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 1,192,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (1,029,161,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (56,082,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 782,533,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 7,066,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 69,906,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were also substantial, totalling 782,533,000 kg CO2e. Stella International Holdings has set ambitious climate commitments, pledging to achieve net zero emissions across all operations by 2050. Additionally, the company aims to reduce GHG emissions intensity by 15% by 2025 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In the near term, they have set a target to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 1.5% from 2022 levels, which translates to approximately 267.47 tonnes CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions by 10.8%, reducing to about 2,528.66 tonnes CO2e. The company’s emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability within the textiles, apparel, footwear, and luxury goods sector.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,682,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 117,999,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Stella International Holdings's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 52% last year and increased by approximately 52% since 2023, 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 86% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Stella International Holdings 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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