Zalando SE, a leading European online fashion retailer, is headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Founded in 2008, Zalando has rapidly expanded its operations across major European markets, including France, Italy, and the Netherlands. The company primarily operates in the e-commerce industry, specialising in a diverse range of fashion products, from clothing and footwear to accessories. Zalando distinguishes itself through its extensive selection of over 2,500 brands, offering customers a unique shopping experience with a focus on convenience and style. Notable achievements include its status as one of the largest online fashion platforms in Europe, consistently recognised for its innovative approach to customer service and logistics. With a commitment to sustainability and inclusivity, Zalando continues to shape the future of online retail in the fashion sector.
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In 2024, Zalando reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,489,735,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 4,417,300 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 505,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 4,484,812,900 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to an 80% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, using 2017 as the baseline year. Additionally, Zalando aims to achieve 100% renewable electricity sourcing by 2025, up from 34% in 2017. Zalando's long-term climate strategy includes a commitment to reach net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. Near-term targets also include a 55% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2033 from a 2022 baseline, and a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2040. For Scope 3 emissions, the company aims for a 40% reduction per €m Gross Profit by 2025 from a 2018 baseline, with 90% of its suppliers expected to have science-based targets by the same year. Zalando's climate commitments align with industry standards and the goals of the Paris Agreement, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability in the textiles and apparel sector.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 4,935,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 21,290,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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