Patagonia, Inc., a renowned outdoor apparel and gear company, is headquartered in Ventura, California, USA. Founded in 1973, Patagonia has established itself as a leader in the outdoor industry, focusing on sustainable practices and environmental activism. The company operates primarily in North America, Europe, and Asia, offering a diverse range of products including technical clothing, outdoor gear, and accessories. Patagonia is celebrated for its commitment to quality and sustainability, utilising recycled materials and ethical manufacturing processes. Notable achievements include the introduction of the "Worn Wear" programme, promoting the repair and reuse of gear. With a strong market position, Patagonia is not only a favourite among outdoor enthusiasts but also a pioneer in corporate responsibility, consistently advocating for environmental conservation and social justice.
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In 2023, Patagonia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 199,357,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of these emissions reveals that Scope 3 emissions accounted for the majority, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 182,523,000 kg CO2e), employee commute (approximately 562,000 kg CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (around 13,309,000 kg CO2e). The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 2,963,000 kg CO2e. Currently, Patagonia has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company does not inherit emissions data from any parent organisation, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Patagonia, Inc. Patagonia's commitment to addressing climate change is evident, although specific reduction strategies and targets have not been disclosed. The company continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its environmental impact through various initiatives.
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Scope 3 | 196,394,000 |
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Patagonia 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.