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.
+67 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses industry has reduced its overall emissions by 14% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Zalando's reported carbon emissions
Zalando SE, headquartered in DE, has reported significant carbon emissions and established ambitious climate commitments. **Carbon Emissions Data:** * **2025:** Total emissions were approximately 2.54 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions amounted to about 8.07 million kg CO2e, while Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were approximately 5.41 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions constituted the largest portion, totalling around 2.53 billion kg CO2e, with "purchased goods and services" being the most significant category at approximately 2.01 billion kg CO2e, followed by "upstream transportation and distribution" at approximately 304.6 million kg CO2e. * **2024:** Total emissions were approximately 2.11 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 6.51 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were approximately 5.13 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions totalled around 2.10 billion kg CO2e, with "purchased goods and services" accounting for approximately 1.63 billion kg CO2e, and "upstream transportation and distribution" at approximately 305.5 million kg CO2e. * **2023:** Total emissions were approximately 4.77 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 5.19 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were approximately 0.88 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were approximately 4.76 billion kg CO2e, with "purchased goods and services" being the largest contributor at approximately 3.68 billion kg CO2e. * **2022:** Total emissions were approximately 5.27 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 5.78 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were approximately 0.57 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions totalled around 5.27 billion kg CO2e, with "purchased goods and services" being the largest contributor at approximately 3.93 billion kg CO2e. * **2021:** Total emissions were approximately 6.22 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 8.32 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were approximately 0.64 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were approximately 6.22 billion kg CO2e, with "purchased goods and services" accounting for approximately 4.55 billion kg CO2e. * **2020:** Total emissions were approximately 4.51 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 8.50 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were approximately 1.12 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions totalled around 4.50 billion kg CO2e. * **2019:** Total emissions were approximately 3.83 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 5.90 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 2.27 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were approximately 3.82 billion kg CO2e. * **2018:** Total emissions were approximately 3.34 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 5.70 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 1.68 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were approximately 3.33 billion kg CO2e. * **2017:** Total emissions were approximately 2.48 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 4.69 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 22.72 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were approximately 2.46 billion kg CO2e. * **2016:** Emissions data for Scope 3 is not available. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 3.87 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 18.35 million kg CO2e. * **2015:** Total emissions were approximately 146.52 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 3.13 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 23.12 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 120.27 million kg CO2e. **Climate Commitments and Reduction Targets:** Zalando has set Science-Based Targets (SBTs) aligned with the Paris Agreement. Key commitments include: * **Net-Zero:** Zalando commits to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. * **Scope 1 & 2 Reductions:** * An 80% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2025, using 2017 as a base year. * A commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 55% by 2033 from a 2022 base year. * A commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040 from a 2022 base year. * **Scope 3 Reductions:** * A 40% reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions from private label products by 2025, using 2018 as a base year. * A commitment to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, and upstream transportation and distribution by 33% by 2033 from a 2022 base year. * A commitment to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, and upstream transportation and distribution by 90% by 2050 from a 2022 base year. * **Renewable Electricity:** A commitment to increase the annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 34% in 2017 to 100% by 2025. * **Supplier Engagement:** A commitment that 90% of its suppliers, by emissions, covering purchased goods and services, packaging, and last-mile delivery partners will have science-based targets by 2025.
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Zalando’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2025
80% reduction in Scope 1
To align with a 1.5°C pathway, Zalando commits to reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 80% by 2025 against a 2017 base yea…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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