V.F. Corporation
V.F. Corporation, commonly referred to as VF, is a leading global apparel and footwear company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1899, VF has established a strong presence in the outdoor and lifestyle sectors, with major operational regions spanning North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio of iconic brands, including The North Face, Vans, Timberland, and Icebreaker, each offering unique products that blend performance with style. VF Corporation has achieved significant milestones, including a commitment to sustainability and innovation in its product lines. With a market position as one of the largest and most respected companies in the industry, VF continues to set trends while prioritising environmental responsibility and consumer engagement.
DitchCarbon Score
How does V.F. Corporation'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
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Industry Benchmark
V.F. Corporation's score of 45 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
V.F. Corporation's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, VF Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5,347,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This included about 11,456,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 34,445,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based). The majority of their emissions, about 5,301,000,000 kg CO2e, were attributed to Scope 3, which encompasses emissions from the entire value chain, including purchased goods and services. VF Corporation has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030, using 2017 as the base year. Additionally, they are targeting a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, specifically from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation, also by 2030. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company is committed to achieving these reductions as part of its long-term strategy to address climate change and enhance sustainability within the textiles, apparel, and footwear sector.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 21,062,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 67,351,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,584,688,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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V.F. Corporation 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.
