Zalando
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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Zalando's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Zalando's emissions data indicates a commitment to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. The company has set a target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% by 2025 from a 2017 base year. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is consistent with the goals of the Paris Agreement. For Scope 3 emissions, Zalando aims to reduce emissions from private label products by 40% per €1 million Gross Profit by 2025, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target reflects a proactive approach to managing emissions across its supply chain. Zalando's emissions in 2019 included approximately 5,904,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 2,271,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a substantial 2,508,257,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, which encompasses various categories such as purchased goods and services, and the use of sold products. The company has also committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity by 2025, up from 34% in 2017. Looking towards the future, Zalando has set a long-term goal to achieve net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. This ambitious target includes further reductions of 90% in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040, and a similar reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050, both from a 2022 base year. Zalando's climate commitments demonstrate a comprehensive strategy to address its carbon footprint, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability within the textiles and apparel sector.
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| Scope 1 | 5,904,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,271,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,656,677,000 |
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