Otto GmbH & Co KG, commonly known as Otto, is a leading player in the e-commerce and retail industry, headquartered in Hamburg, Germany. Founded in 1949, Otto has evolved from a mail-order company into a prominent online retailer, serving millions of customers across Europe. The company operates primarily in Germany, but its influence extends to several other European markets. Otto's core offerings include a diverse range of products, from fashion and home goods to electronics and furniture, distinguished by a strong commitment to quality and customer service. As a pioneer in the digital transformation of retail, Otto has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its online platform, which has solidified its position as one of Germany's largest online retailers. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, Otto continues to set benchmarks in the e-commerce landscape.
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In 2023, Otto reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,741,529,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 57,350,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 75,089,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, approximately 6,674,152,900 kg CO2e, fell under Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from the value chain. Comparatively, in 2022, Otto's total emissions were about 7,378,760,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 68,528,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 116,147,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Despite these figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or initiatives from Otto, such as Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments or specific climate pledges. The absence of defined reduction strategies highlights a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments.
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2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 68,528,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 116,147,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 7,378,760,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Otto 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.