Nike accounted for the highest carbon emissions among the world's biggest fashion brands in 2022, with emissions totaling 18.2 MtCO₂e. Inditex, which includes brands such as Zara and Bershka, contributed slightly less, at 17.7 MtCO₂e. Adidas and H&M followed, with both brands responsible for just over 7.5 MtCO₂e. In total, these 11 major fashion brands accounted for around 73 MtCO₂e in 2022.
The majority of emissions attributable to fashion brands typically come from indirect supply chain activities, such as the production of raw materials and the disposal of products after use.
Reported carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions of the biggest fashion brands worldwide in 2022
(in million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent)
Fashion brands were selected based on market cap as of March 16, 2024.
Note: Scope 3 emissions are difficult to measure. As such, there is the possibility that some companies present underreported numbers in their sustainability reports.
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