- Slowdown in global luxury demand
- Macroeconomic challenges impacting consumer spending
- E-commerce impacted by changes in consumer behavior
- Increased stock provisions and investment in product
- Increased property costs from store refurbishment program
Burberry Group plc
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
By scope: Scope 1: 1.5K; Scope 2: 17.3K; Scope 3: 410.0K. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
Renewable Energy
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of total energy
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-04 to 2024-03)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 1.5K |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 17.3K |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 410.0K |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2022-04 to 2023-04 | 474.6K tCO2e (Scope 1+2+3) |
| 2021-04 to 2022-03 | 772.9K tCO2e (FY2018/19) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 45.9% reduction in scope 3 emissions from a FY 2018/19 base year
- 93% reduction in scope 1 and scope 2 (market-based) emissions from a FY 2016/17 base year
- 100% of electricity consumed matched with renewable generation
- 55% of key raw materials certified or responsibly sourced
- 100% of consumer paper-based packaging FSC® certified
- Eliminated plastic from consumer packaging
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption
- Eliminate plastic from operational packaging
- Achieve 95% reduction in scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY 2026/27
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 46% reduction in scope 3 emissions by FY 2029/30
- 100% of key raw materials certified or responsibly sourced by FY 2029/30
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by FY 2039/40
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeResponsible SourcingCircular EconomyDiversity, Equity & InclusionEthical TradingCommunity Investment