ASOS Plc, commonly known as ASOS, is a leading online fashion retailer headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 2000, the company has rapidly evolved into a prominent player in the global e-commerce landscape, primarily serving the UK, Europe, and the United States. ASOS specialises in offering a diverse range of clothing, footwear, accessories, and beauty products, catering to a youthful demographic with a keen eye for trends. What sets ASOS apart is its commitment to inclusivity and innovation, featuring over 850 brands alongside its own label, ASOS Design. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its own marketplace and a strong focus on sustainable fashion. With a robust online presence and a reputation for quality and style, ASOS continues to solidify its position as a go-to destination for fashion-forward consumers.
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In 2023, ASOS reported carbon emissions of approximately 2,147,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 sources, which include stationary combustion. The total market-based emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined reached about 2,147,000 kg CO2e, while the location-based total was approximately 6,212,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects ASOS's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint as part of its broader climate strategy. ASOS has set ambitious targets to achieve carbon neutrality in its direct operations, including offices, fulfilment centres, deliveries, and returns, by 2025. Furthermore, the company aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions across its entire value chain by 2030. Specific reduction targets include an 87% decrease in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions per thousand orders fulfilled by FY2030/31, using FY2018/19 as a baseline. Additionally, ASOS plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 12% in FY2018/19 to 100% by FY2025/26. For Scope 3 emissions, which encompass a broader range of indirect emissions, ASOS is committed to reducing emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution by 58.2% on a per million pound value by FY2030/31, also based on the FY2018/19 baseline. The company has also pledged that 66% of its suppliers by emissions will have set Science-Based Targets (SBTs) by FY2025/26. Overall, ASOS's climate commitments reflect a strong alignment with industry standards and a proactive approach to addressing climate change, aiming for significant reductions across all scopes of emissions by 2030 and beyond.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,279,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,202,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,330,190,000 | 00,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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.
Asos has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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