United Arrows Ltd., a prominent name in the wearing apparel and furs industry, is headquartered in Japan. Established in 1989, the company has carved a niche in the fashion sector, offering a diverse range of high-quality clothing and accessories that blend contemporary style with traditional craftsmanship.
With a strong presence in major urban regions across Japan, United Arrows is renowned for its unique collections that cater to discerning customers seeking both elegance and functionality. The brand's commitment to quality and innovation has positioned it as a leader in the market, achieving notable milestones such as expanding its product lines and enhancing its retail footprint.
United Arrows continues to set trends in the fashion industry, making it a go-to destination for those who appreciate sophisticated apparel and luxurious furs.
+3 vs industry average
United Arrows’s score of 36 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Apparel Production has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Apparel Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 24% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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United Arrows's reported carbon emissions
United Arrows, a wearing apparel and furs company based in Japan, has outlined significant climate commitments, aiming for emissions reductions aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
For the 2024 reporting year, United Arrows reported a total of approximately 355.9 million kg CO2e across scopes 1, 2, and 3. This included approximately 558,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 9.1 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 343.7 million kg CO2e for Scope 3. The largest contributor to Scope 3 emissions was purchased goods and services, accounting for approximately 255.8 million kg CO2e.
In 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 295.3 million kg CO2e, comprising approximately 527,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 9.1 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 285.8 million kg CO2e for Scope 3. Purchased goods and services remained the primary driver of Scope 3 emissions, at approximately 256.4 million kg CO2e.
United Arrows's climate strategy includes a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2019 as a base year. Additionally, they are committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 15% within the same timeframe. The company is making progress towards these goals, with SBTi reporting indicating they are on track for Scope 2 and Scope 3 reductions as of 2023. Furthermore, United Arrows reported that approximately 24.6% of their energy for stores and offices (Scope 1 & 2) was from renewable sources.
For the 2022 reporting year, total emissions were approximately 296.8 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 584,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 9.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 286.2 million kg CO2e. Upstream transportation and distribution was a notable contributor to Scope 3 emissions in 2022, at approximately 25.3 million kg CO2e.
In 2021, total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 11.0 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 580,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 10.4 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not fully disclosed for this year.
In 2020, total emissions were approximately 314.4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 681,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 9.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 304.6 million kg CO2e. Similar to 2021, Scope 3 data for purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution was not fully disclosed for 2020.
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