Managing our impact
on the planet

We are working on reducing our emissions in our own area of responsibility and along our entire value chain. To meet our ambitious climate protection goals, we are following an effective and efficient strategy. We follow scientifically based knowledge guiding us in the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions along our value chain. We have summarized this in our Climate Transition Plan. 

Environmental protection is incorporated in all stages of the value chain by HUGO BOSS, particularly in the supply chain, where the majority of emissions take place. Clearly defined standards in relation to environmental protection and chemical and waste-water management also apply to our suppliers. When we decide to work with a supplier, we place a strong emphasis on ecological aspects and continue to monitor them during our collaboration.

STATUS QUO OF OUR CLIMATE TARGETS

Scope 1 & Scope 2: All CO2 emissions in our own area of responsibility Scope 3: All indirect CO2 emissions in the whole value chain, e.g. caused by suppliers and partners
19%
reduction of CO2 emissions (Scope 1+2)
reduction of CO2 emissions (Scope 1+2)
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Target: 50% reduction by 2030 in comp. to 2024
15%
reduction of CO2 emissions (Scope 3, category 1&4)
reduction of CO2 emissions (Scope 3, category 1&4)
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Target: 50% reduction by 2030 in comp. to 2024

Climate Protection at HUGO BOSS

STATUS QUO OF FURTHER ENVIRONMENTAL TARGETS

We are, among other measures, reducing our water consumption with efficient water management. For instance, in our Izmir (Turkey) location, we catch surface water in underground water tanks. The water is then used for irrigation and for the sanitation facilities on the site. It is equally important to reduce waste and recycle. This already begins in the design process: intelligent cutting programmes calculate the optimal distribution of product parts on each piece of fabric to conserve raw materials. We opt for reusable packaging with a high proportion of recyclable materials for shipping goods, and we are also reducing the volume and use of plastic in product packaging, wherever possible. We also strive to act in accordance with the circular economy principles when developing products by making them circular.

7%
reduction of energy consumption*
Target: -20% by 2030 compared to 2019 *direct and indirect in relation to area of own controlled facilities
9%
increase of own water consumption in relation to Group sales*
Target: 10% reduction by 2030 compared to 2023 *external water supply
82%
of electricity used from renewable sources
Target: 100% of electricity used from renewable sources by 2030

Water and waste management

Processes and chemicals

Find out more about the targets our suppliers must meet, especially in relation to chemicals management.






Logistics and packaging

FURTHER AREAS OF OUR COMMITMENT

Strategy

We base our sustainability strategy on a profound materiality analysis and continuous exchange and collaboration with our stakeholders. Find out more on our strategic key pillars.

PRODUCT

Our products are at the heart of what we do – they embody our skills and vision. We, therefore, consider sustainability-related aspects from the design process and material selection, to production and usage. Find out more about our measures.

PEOPLE

Employees and associates, service providers and suppliers, the communities at our production sites and, last but not least, our customers: people all over the world make HUGO BOSS what it is. Therefore, we bear a social responsibility towards them. Find out more on our measures in this area.

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