Shein
Shein, officially known as Shein Group Ltd., is a leading global online fashion retailer headquartered in China (CN). Founded in 2008, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia, establishing a strong presence in the fast-fashion industry. Specialising in women's apparel, Shein offers a diverse range of products, from trendy clothing to accessories, catering to a youthful demographic. What sets Shein apart is its agile supply chain and ability to deliver the latest fashion trends at competitive prices, making it a go-to destination for style-conscious shoppers. With a significant market position, Shein has achieved remarkable milestones, including a vast online community and millions of active users, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the fast-fashion landscape.
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Shein's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Shein reported total carbon emissions of approximately 26,201,440,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 4,216,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 26,695,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 26,170,529,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major sources, including purchased goods and services (about 11,201,419,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 8,519,829,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, Shein's total emissions were reported at about 21,292,851,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 6,553,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 25,788,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 21,260,511,000 kg CO2e. Shein has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2023 baseline. Additionally, Shein plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 72.4% in 2023 to 100% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, the target is a 25% reduction by 2030 from the same baseline year. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect Shein's proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,728,040 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 26,392,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 6,012,112,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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