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Zara USA, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Zara USA, Inc., a prominent subsidiary of the global fashion retailer Inditex, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across major urban regions. Founded in 1974, Zara has established itself as a leader in the fast fashion industry, renowned for its ability to swiftly translate runway trends into accessible apparel. The company offers a diverse range of products, including clothing, footwear, and accessories for men, women, and children, distinguished by their contemporary designs and commitment to sustainability. Zara's unique business model emphasises rapid inventory turnover and a keen understanding of consumer preferences, allowing it to maintain a competitive edge in the market. With a strong presence in the retail sector, Zara has achieved notable milestones, including a significant expansion of its store network and a robust online platform, solidifying its position as a go-to destination for fashion-forward shoppers.

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83

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services 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.

28

Industry Benchmark

Zara USA, Inc.'s score of 83 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Zara USA, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Industria de Diseño Textil, S.A.

Zara USA, Inc. currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. However, the company is part of a broader corporate family under Industria de Diseño Textil, S.A., which provides relevant climate commitments and initiatives. Zara USA, Inc. inherits its climate targets and performance metrics from Industria de Diseño Textil, S.A. This includes commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative, all of which are aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability within the fashion industry. The specific reduction targets and achievements for Zara USA, Inc. have not been detailed, but the overarching goals set by its parent company reflect a commitment to significant emissions reductions. As a current subsidiary of Industria de Diseño Textil, S.A., Zara USA, Inc. aligns with industry standards for climate action, although specific metrics and targets for the subsidiary itself remain unspecified. The company is expected to contribute to the collective efforts of its parent organisation in addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.

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21,347,000
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Scope 2
666,188,000
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0,000,000
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Scope 3
709,410,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Zara USA, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Zara USA, Inc.'s primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Zara USA, Inc.'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 Zara USA, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Zara USA, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Zara USA, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and increased significantly since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 50% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
50%
Use of Sold Products
24%
Capital Goods
2%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
2%
Employee Commuting
1%
Franchises
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%

Zara USA, Inc.'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.

Zara USA, Inc. 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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