Zegna, officially known as Ermenegildo Zegna, is a prestigious Italian luxury fashion house headquartered in Trivero, Italy. Founded in 1910, Zegna has established itself as a leader in the menswear industry, renowned for its high-quality fabrics and tailored clothing. The company operates primarily in Europe, North America, and Asia, catering to a discerning clientele seeking sophistication and elegance. Zegna's core offerings include bespoke suits, ready-to-wear collections, and accessories, all distinguished by their exceptional craftsmanship and innovative designs. The brand is celebrated for its commitment to sustainability, integrating eco-friendly practices into its production processes. With a strong market position, Zegna has achieved notable milestones, including collaborations with renowned designers and a robust presence in luxury retail, solidifying its reputation as a symbol of Italian excellence in fashion.
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Ermenegildo Zegna N.V., headquartered in Italy, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established significant reduction targets based on a 2022 baseline. Zegna aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 50.4% by 2032. Additionally, the company plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from about 46% in 2022 to 100% by 2027, maintaining this commitment through 2032. For Scope 3 emissions, which include those from purchased goods and services, fuel- and energy-related activities, employee commuting, and investments, Zegna also targets a reduction of about 50.4% by 2032. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. Furthermore, Zegna is committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 FLAG emissions by approximately 36.4% by 2032 and aims for no deforestation across its primary-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Zegna's commitment to sustainable practices within the textiles, apparel, footwear, and luxury goods sector.
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