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Wacoal Sustainability Profile

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Wacoal Holdings Corporation, commonly known as Wacoal, is a leading lingerie manufacturer headquartered in Japan. Established in 1946, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the intimate apparel industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Wacoal is renowned for its high-quality bras, shapewear, and loungewear, distinguished by innovative designs and a commitment to comfort and fit. Over the decades, Wacoal has achieved numerous milestones, including the introduction of advanced fabric technologies and a focus on body positivity. The brand's dedication to craftsmanship and attention to detail has solidified its market position, making it a preferred choice for consumers seeking both style and functionality. With a legacy of excellence, Wacoal continues to set trends in the lingerie sector while prioritising customer satisfaction.

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30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Apparel Production 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Wacoal's score of 30 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Wacoal's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Wacoal reported total emissions of approximately 3,959,000 kg CO2e, comprising 690,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 3,269,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions for this year. In 2022, Wacoal's emissions included approximately 6,105,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 combined, alongside significant Scope 3 emissions of approximately 294,512,000 kg CO2e. Wacoal has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no reported SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that it operates independently in its reporting. Overall, Wacoal's emissions profile highlights a significant reliance on Scope 2 emissions, which are primarily associated with energy consumption. The absence of defined reduction strategies suggests an opportunity for Wacoal to enhance its climate action framework and align with industry standards for sustainability.

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202120222023
Scope 1
445,000
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000,000
Scope 2
3,314,000
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0,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Wacoal's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Wacoal's primary industry is Apparel Production, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Wacoal's Location?

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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 Wacoal is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Wacoal's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Wacoal has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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