Dr. Martens, officially known as Dr. Martens plc, is a renowned British footwear brand headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1960, the company has evolved from its origins in the industrial sector to become a global leader in the fashion and lifestyle industry, particularly known for its iconic boots and shoes. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Dr. Martens has carved out a unique niche with its distinctive air-cushioned soles and durable leather craftsmanship. The brand's commitment to quality and individuality has made it a favourite among diverse subcultures, from punk to fashion-forward consumers. Notable milestones include the introduction of the classic 1460 boot, which has become a symbol of rebellion and self-expression. Today, Dr. Martens continues to thrive, maintaining a significant market position and a loyal customer base worldwide.
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In 2024, Dr. Martens reported total carbon emissions of approximately 179,030,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 902,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion, and 1,963,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, based on a market-based approach. The majority of their emissions, about 177,165,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from their value chain. Dr. Martens has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by FY2030 from a 2020 base year. They also plan to maintain this reduction level from FY2030 through FY2040. Furthermore, the company is committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions by 90% by FY2040, also from a 2020 base year. In the near term, they aim to increase their sourcing of renewable electricity from 24% in FY2022 to 100% by FY2026, continuing this sourcing through FY2030. Dr. Martens' climate strategy aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is designed to support a 1.5°C future, reflecting their commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across their entire value chain by FY2040.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 640,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,936,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 240,355,000 | 0,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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