Cotopaxi
Cotopaxi, officially known as Cotopaxi Inc., is a leading outdoor gear and apparel company headquartered in Indiana. Founded in 2014, the brand has quickly established itself within the outdoor industry, focusing on sustainable and ethically produced products. Cotopaxi is renowned for its vibrant, multifunctional gear, including backpacks, jackets, and accessories, all designed with a commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations globally, Cotopaxi has garnered recognition for its unique approach to outdoor products, blending functionality with colourful designs. The company is also celebrated for its philanthropic efforts, dedicating a portion of its profits to support global poverty alleviation initiatives. This commitment to both quality and social impact positions Cotopaxi as a notable player in the outdoor market.
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Cotopaxi's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Cotopaxi reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,859,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 328,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, while Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 13,531,000 kg CO2e. Notably, Cotopaxi did not report any Scope 1 emissions for this year. The company has set ambitious near-term climate commitments, aiming for significant reductions in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025. Cotopaxi acknowledges the urgency of the climate crisis and is committed to taking immediate action towards achieving net-zero emissions in the future. While specific percentage reduction targets have not been disclosed, the company emphasises the necessity of ongoing efforts to address its carbon footprint. In 2020, Cotopaxi's total emissions were reported at approximately 3,311,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 264,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial increase in emissions by 2022. This highlights the importance of their current climate commitments as they strive to mitigate their environmental impact.
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| 2020 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 264,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,046,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Cotopaxi 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.
