- Supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical factors.
- Balancing sustainability with affordability for consumers.
- Achieving carbon neutrality goals.
- Ensuring responsible consumption.
- Managing textile waste.
- Low prevalence of collective agreements and worker representation in some countries.
OVS S.p.A.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, OVS S.p.A. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 447.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 3). By scope: Scope 1: 8.5K tCO2e/year (Italy) + 97 tCO2e/year (other); Scope 2: 41.8K tCO2e/year (Italy location-based) + 677 tCO2e/year (other location-based); Scope 3: 447.0K tCO2e/year. 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
447.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 3)
2023
Renewable Energy
86% (of direct consumption)
of total energy
Water Usage
539.3K m3/year
2023
Waste
11.8K tons/year
2023
Energy Use
651.7K GJ/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| 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). | 8.5K tCO2e/year (Italy) + 97 tCO2e/year (other) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 41.8K tCO2e/year (Italy location-based) + 677 tCO2e/year (other location-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 447.0K tCO2e/year |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 447.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 3) |
| 2020 | 8.5K tCO2e/year (Scope 1) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced product-related emissions by around 17% compared to 2019.
- Reached 89% of assortment meeting “Better Products” criteria (target was 90% by 2025).
- Increased use of recycled polyester to 22% in 2023.
- Installed more than 50 photovoltaic systems by 2023, aiming for 40% electricity needs covered by photovoltaics.
- Reduced raw material-related CO2 emissions by 10% compared to 2019.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption by 10% by 2025.
- Achieve 90% of assortment meeting “Better Products” criteria by 2030.
- 100% of denim made with water-saving technologies by 2025.
- 50% of production volume covered by suppliers with democratically elected worker representative bodies by 2025.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce emissions by 46.2% by 2030 compared to the 2019 baseline.
- Achieve 30% renewable energy by 2030.
- 100% of polyester and polyamide to be replaced with recycled materials or renewable alternatives by 2030.
- 50% of production volume covered by suppliers with implemented tools for resolving disputes within factories by 2025.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050.
- 100% of production volume covered by suppliers with democratically elected worker representative bodies by 2030.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
DecarbonizationCircularityWorkers' rightsTransparency