V.F. Corporation, commonly known as VFC, is a leading global apparel and footwear company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1899, VFC has established a strong presence in the outdoor and lifestyle sectors, with major operational regions spanning North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio of iconic brands, including The North Face, Timberland, Vans, and Icebreaker, each offering unique products that blend performance with style. V.F. Corporation has achieved significant milestones, such as its commitment to sustainability and innovation, positioning itself as a market leader in the outdoor and active lifestyle industries. With a focus on high-quality materials and cutting-edge design, VFC continues to set trends while maintaining a strong dedication to environmental responsibility.
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In 2023, VF Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5,214,168,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 9,944,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 39,224,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and about 5,165,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a significant commitment to addressing climate change, as the company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint. VF Corporation aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2050. To support this goal, the company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 55% by FY2030, using FY2017 as the baseline. Additionally, it plans to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, as well as upstream transportation and distribution, by 33% within the same timeframe. Long-term, VF Corporation is committed to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2050, again using FY2017 as the reference year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, VF Corporation's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability within the textiles, apparel, and footwear sector, demonstrating leadership in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and addressing climate change challenges.
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2017 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 21,062,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 67,351,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 4,584,688,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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