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Grendene

Grendene S.A., a prominent player in the footwear industry, is headquartered in Brazil and operates extensively across South America and beyond. Founded in 1971, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of high-quality plastic footwear, particularly known for its innovative designs and sustainable practices. Grendene's core offerings include a diverse range of sandals, flip-flops, and casual shoes, with brands like Melissa and Ipanema gaining international acclaim for their unique styles and eco-friendly materials. With a commitment to quality and creativity, Grendene has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for design excellence and sustainability. The company’s strong market position is underscored by its extensive distribution network and a reputation for delivering fashionable yet affordable footwear, making it a preferred choice for consumers worldwide.

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38

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Grendene's score of 38 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Grendene's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Grendene reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22,541,830 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,399,060 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and a significant 17,465,390 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, primarily related to upstream transportation and distribution. Grendene has made notable strides in reducing its carbon footprint. The company achieved a remarkable 100% reduction in Scope 2 emissions between 2020 and 2021 by transitioning to 100% renewable energy sources, as evidenced by the Renewable Energy Certificate (I-REC) obtained during this period. Additionally, from 2022 to 2023, Grendene reported a 32% reduction in CO2e emissions per pair of shoes produced, reflecting its commitment to improving emissions intensity. Looking ahead, Grendene has set ambitious long-term goals, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050 across both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These commitments underscore the company's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Grendene's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Grendene is in BR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Grendene is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

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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