Swatch
Swatch Group, a renowned Swiss watchmaker, is headquartered in Biel/Bienne, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1983, the company revolutionised the watch industry with its innovative and affordable timepieces, becoming a key player in the global market. Swatch is primarily engaged in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of watches and jewellery, with a focus on combining artistic flair with cutting-edge technology. The brand is celebrated for its unique plastic watches, which offer vibrant designs and exceptional durability, appealing to a diverse audience. Swatch has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of the Swatch Art Special series, showcasing collaborations with contemporary artists. With a strong market position, Swatch continues to lead in the fashion watch segment, consistently pushing the boundaries of creativity and craftsmanship.
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Swatch's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Swatch reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,261,054,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 17,002,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 26,052,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 1,218,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease stationary emissions (Scope 1) by 35% by 2030 and to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040. Additionally, Swatch plans to reduce emissions from electricity (Scope 2) by 50% by 2030, 5% by 2040, and to zero by 2050. In 2023, Swatch's total emissions were approximately 1,384,978,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for about 1,333,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has consistently disclosed emissions data across all scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate commitments. Swatch's emissions data is sourced directly from The Swatch Group AG, with no cascaded data from parent companies. The company is actively working towards its long-term climate goals, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2013 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 21,501,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Swatch is not participating in any 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.
