Burberry
Burberry Group plc, commonly known as Burberry, is a prestigious British luxury fashion house headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1856, the brand has established itself as a leader in the global luxury market, renowned for its distinctive tartan pattern and trench coats. Burberry operates primarily in the fashion industry, focusing on high-end apparel, accessories, and fragrances. With a rich heritage, Burberry has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its iconic trench coat during World War I and the launch of its first fragrance in 1981. The brand is celebrated for its commitment to craftsmanship and innovation, blending traditional techniques with modern design. Today, Burberry holds a prominent market position, recognised for its strong brand identity and dedication to sustainability, making it a key player in the luxury sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Burberry's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Apparel Production 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.
Industry Benchmark
Burberry's score of 52 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Burberry's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Burberry reported total carbon emissions of approximately 415,007,000 kg CO2e globally, with 1,667,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 17,692,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 413,340,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In the UK, their emissions for the same year were about 2,956,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,082,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,872,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Over the years, Burberry has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the company reported total emissions of approximately 515,078,000 kg CO2e globally, with 18,350,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 25,866,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 513,243,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This indicates a focus on addressing emissions across all scopes, particularly in their supply chain, which constitutes the majority of their carbon footprint. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Burberry's ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions reflect a commitment to transparency and accountability in their climate strategy. The company continues to engage with industry standards and practices to mitigate its environmental impact.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 24,570,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 23,230,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Burberry is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
