- Increased scope 3 emissions by 30 percent from the 2018 baseline.
- Decoupling business growth from indirect greenhouse gas emissions of the supply chain.
- Limited transparency and traceability in the supply chain, particularly regarding man-made cellulosic fibres and organic cotton.
- Increased material costs from suppliers.
- Negative impact on online sales due to inflation and shoppers returning to physical stores.
BESTSELLER A/S
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022-08 to 2023-07 reporting, BESTSELLER A/S disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 1.5 million tonnes CO2e (2018 baseline). 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.
GHG Emissions
1.5 million tonnes CO2e (2018 baseline)
2022-08 to 2023-07
Renewable Energy
100% for owned and operated buildings in Europe (through PPA)
of total energy
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2022-08 to 2023-07 | 1.5 million tonnes CO2e (2018 baseline) |
| 2021 | 2 million tonnes CO2e (2018 baseline) |
| 2020 | 2 million tonnes CO2e (2018) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas emissions by more than 80 percent since 2018.
- Switched to recycled polybags, saving an estimated 1,750 metric tonnes of virgin plastic per year.
- Reduced electricity consumption per square meter in own stores by almost 18 percent by the end of 2022.
- Emissions from logistics decreased by 55 percent since 2018.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce electricity consumption in owned and operated buildings by 30% by 2025.
- Source 75% of products from highly rated suppliers by 2025.
- Source 100% of cotton from preferred sources by 2025.
- Source 30% organic or in-conversion cotton by 2025.
- Source 50% recycled polyester or alternatives by 2025.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% from 2018 baseline by 2030.
- Reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 30% from 2018 baseline by 2030.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeCircular EconomyHuman RightsSupply Chain ResponsibilityBiodiversity