Climate
The Climate section asks questions about your company’s approach to identifying, measuring, addressing and disclosing climate impacts. This area considers GHG emissions throughout the value chain, via direct and indirect scopes (1-3). It looks to establish how your company is transitioning to keep global warming below 1.5 °C in alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative.
Important disclaimer:
Please note that there are no applicabilities in the questionnaire, this means that even if a user answers “no” to a question, the follow up questions will still apply to the user and result in a point loss. In particular, if you answered “no/none” to the questions in this section asking if targets have been formally set and approved for a specific impact and/or topic area, the N/A answer option is not available for the related questions asking whether annual milestone targets have been met and whether those have been publicly reported, and you must answer “no”.
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A complete greenhouse gas emissions inventory is crucial to understanding a company’s footprint. This question asks you to confirm which emissions you have currently calculated. Please refer to the GHG Protocol for further guidance on scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions calculations. See BRM Guidance for definitions of Tier 1, 2, 3, 4 and other scope 3 categories used throughout this assessment.
- Select one or more of the listed scopes where you can provide evidence that your company has calculated or estimated its GHG emissions
- Select none if no GHG emissions are calculated by your company
Applicability: Brand, Retailer, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.MQ.b (For: Brand, Brand and Retailer)
Reference ID: ecl.MQ.r (For: Retailer)
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Third-party assurance or verification of a company’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventory can increase its credibility and transparency.
This question asks whether your company has obtained third-party assurance or verification of its GHG emissions inventory for scopes 1 and 2.
- Answer yes if your company has obtained third-party assurance or verification of its GHG emissions inventory for scopes 1 and 2
- Answer no if your company has not obtained third-party assurance or verification of its GHG emissions inventory for scopes 1 and 2
Applicability: Brand, Retailer, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.Mg
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Assurance, or verification, of a company’s GHG emissions inventory provides confidence about the collection of primary data.
This question asks you to confirm if your GHG emissions inventory was developed in a complete and accurate manner (via assurance). Any level of assurance (limited or reasonable) can qualify for a Yes response.
- Answer yes if your company has obtained third-party assurance or verification of its GHG emissions inventory for scope 3
- Answer partial yes if your company has obtained third-party assurance or verification of some but not all of its scope 3 emissions
- Answer no if your company has not obtained third-party assurance or verification of its GHG emissions inventory for scope 3
Applicability: Brand, Retailer, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.Mw
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Targets and indicators are critical as they establish and maintain effective practices throughout a company. Setting emissions reduction targets is an important step towards climate action. This question seeks to understand if a company has established specific and approved targets for reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
To drive effective progress, targets should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time bound. Targets should be approved by the company’s senior management, and relevant employees should be accountable for the monitoring and achievement of KPIs.
- Select one or more if you can provide evidence that your company has formally set and approved targets to reduce its GHG emission in the relevant scope
- Select none if there are no formal targets in place to reduce its GHG emissions in any of the scopes listed
Applicability: Brand, Retailer, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.NA.b (For: Brand, Brand and Retailer)
Reference ID: ecl.NA.r (For: Retailer)
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Science-based targets (SBTs) show organizations how much and how quickly they need to reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to prevent the worst effects of climate change.
This question checks if your company has approved SBTs, demonstrating your company’s commitment towards the specific level of effort required (and considering your own circumstances).
- Select no targets if your company has not set any GHG emissions reduction targets
- Select targets not science based if your company has set GHG emissions reduction targets but are not science based
- Select targets deemed aligned with science but not externally validated if your company has set GHG emissions reduction targets but they are pending external validation
- Select committed to SBTi or other third-party for validation in the next two years if your company has set GHG emissions reduction targets and committed to validating them through SBTi or other third-party within the next two years
- Select target under review by SBTi or other third-party validation if your company has set GHG emissions reduction targets, and they are currently under review by SBTi or other third-party for validation
- Select target approved by SBTi or other third-party validation if your company has set GHG emissions reduction targets that have been externally validated and approved by SBTi or other third-party
Applicability: Brand, Retailer, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.NQ
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A reduction program of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across the value chain is the most logical and cost-effective way to prevent the worst effects of climate change.
This question asks you to confirm where you have reduction programs implemented. The program or strategy should include: formal accountability defined, specific initiatives that are planned with defined timelines to achieve target and a dedicated budget.
- Select one or more scopes(s) for which you can provide evidence that your company has implemented a strategic plan, initiative or program to achieve its targets
- Select none if your company has not implemented a plan or program for any of these targets
Applicability: Brand, Retailer, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.Ng.b (For: Brand, Brand and Retailer)
Reference ID: ecl.Ng.r (For: Retailer)
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Mature GHG emissions programs for a company’s own operations will include a full suite of initiatives to effectively reduce emissions across buildings and vehicles.
This question asks what specific initiatives your company has taken.
- For each of the answer options, answer yes if at least 80%:
- of scope 1 & 2 energy use is covered by energy efficiency management system
- of scope 1 & 2 energy use is covered by relevant certifications
- of company’s global electricity use is covered by renewable energy (generated onsite or purchased)
- of company’s global thermal energy use is covered by renewable energy of company fleet is zero tailpipe emissions
- For each of the answer options, answer partial yes if at least 30%:
- of scope 1 & 2 energy use covered by energy efficiency management system
- of scope 1 & 2 energy use covered by relevant certifications
- of company’s global electricity use is covered by renewable energy (generated onsite or purchased)
- of company’s global thermal energy use is covered by renewable energy
- of company fleet is zero tailpipe emissions
- For each of the answer options, answer no if it is less than 30%:
- of scope 1 & 2 energy use covered by energy efficiency management system
- of scope 1 & 2 energy use covered by relevant certifications
- of company’s global electricity use is covered by renewable energy (generated onsite or purchased)
- of company’s global thermal energy use is covered by renewable energy
- of company fleet is zero tailpipe emissions
Applicability: Brand, Retailer, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.Nw.header, ecl.Nw.1, ecl.Nw.2, ecl.Nw.3, ecl.Nw.4, ecl.Nw.5
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In order to drive GHG emissions in the supply chain, companies must identify and engage with their Tier 1 suppliers to set reduction targets and support reduction efforts.
The question asks you to select what initiatives you are applying.
- For each of the answer options, answer yes if at least 80%:
- of Tier 1 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are engaged in GHG emissions measurement and target-setting
- of Tier 1 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are supported through capacity building, knowledge-sharing, and/or access to other resources
- of Tier 1 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are offered incentives (e.g., climate action is part of supplier scorecard or better payment conditions)
- of Tier 1 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are offered direct investment, co-investment or other financing support (such as loan guarantees)
- of products (by business volume or by GHG emissions) include sourcing, design and development measures that meaningfully reduce tier 1 emissions compared to common practice
- For each of the answer options, answer yes if at least 30%:
- of Tier 1 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are engaged in GHG emissions measurement and target-setting
- of Tier 1 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are supported through capacity building, knowledge-sharing, and/or access to other resources
- of Tier 1 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are offered incentives (e.g., climate action is part of supplier scorecard or better payment conditions)
- of Tier 1 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are offered direct investment, co-investment or other financing support (such as loan guarantees)
- of products (by business volume or by GHG emissions) include sourcing, design and development measures that meaningfully reduce tier 1 emissions compared to common practice
- For each of the answer options, answer no if less than 30%:
- of Tier 1 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are engaged in GHG emissions measurement and target-setting
- of Tier 1 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are supported through capacity building, knowledge-sharing, and/or access to other resources
- of Tier 1 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are offered incentives (e.g., climate action is part of supplier scorecard or better payment conditions)
- of Tier 1 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are offered direct investment, co-investment or other financing support (such as loan guarantees)
- of products (by business volume or by GHG emissions) include sourcing, design and development measures that meaningfully reduce Tier 1 emissions compared to common practice
Applicability: Brand, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.OA.b.header, ecl.OA.b.1, ecl.OA.b.2, ecl.OA.b.3, ecl.OA.b.4, ecl.OA.b.5
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A company can have one or more objectives regarding its Tier 1 emissions strategy. Coal phase-out and the adoption of 100% renewable electricity across the industry are two critical and fairly easily-measured levers to achieve ambitious emission reductions in the supply chain.
This question asks you to confirm the results you are achieving against specific thresholds.
For production volume from factories with no onsite coal burning:
- Answer yes if at least 95% of production volume comes from factories with no onsite coal burning
- Answer partial yes if at least 75% of production volume comes from factories with no onsite coal burning
- Answer no if less than 75% of production volume comes from factories with no onsite coal burning
For energy efficiency measures:
- Answer yes if at least 80% of Tier 1 facilities have implemented energy efficiency measures
- Answer partial yes if at least 50% of Tier 1 facilities have implemented energy efficiency measures
- Answer no if less than 50% of Tier 1 facilities have implemented energy efficiency measures
For renewable energy:
- Answer yes if at least 80% of Tier 1 global electricity use is covered by renewable energy (generated onsite or purchased)
- Answer partial yes if at least 50% of Tier 1 global electricity use is covered by renewable energy (generated onsite or purchased)
- Answer no if less than 50% of Tier 1 global electricity use is covered by renewable energy (generated onsite or purchased)
Applicability: Brand, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.OQ.b.header, ecl.OQ.b.1, ecl.OQ.b.2, ecl.OQ.b.3
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In order to drive GHG emissions in the supply chain, companies must identify and engage with their Tier 2 suppliers to set reduction targets and support reduction efforts.
The question asks you to select what initiatives you are applying.
- For each of the answer options, answer yes if at least 80%:
- of Tier 2 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are engaged in GHG emissions measurement and target-setting
- of Tier 2 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are supported through capacity building, knowledge-sharing, and/or access to other resources
- of Tier 2 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are offered incentives (e.g., climate action is part of supplier scorecard or better payment conditions)
- of Tier 2 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are offered direct investment, co-investment or other financing support (such as loan guarantees)
- of products (by business volume or by GHG emissions) include sourcing, design and development measures that meaningfully reduce tier 2 emissions compared to common practice
- For each of the answer options, answer yes if at least 30%:
- of Tier 2 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are engaged in GHG emissions measurement and target-setting
- of Tier 2 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are supported through capacity building, knowledge-sharing, and/or access to other resources
- of Tier 2 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are offered incentives (e.g., climate action is part of supplier scorecard or better payment conditions)
- of Tier 2 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are offered direct investment, co-investment or other financing support (such as loan guarantees)
- of products (by business volume or by GHG emissions) include sourcing, design and development measures that meaningfully reduce tier 2 emissions compared to common practice
- For each of the answer options, answer no if less than 30%:
- of Tier 2 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are engaged in GHG emissions measurement and target-setting
- of Tier 2 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are supported through capacity building, knowledge-sharing, and/or access to other resources
- of Tier 2 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are offered incentives (e.g., climate action is part of supplier scorecard or better payment conditions)
- of Tier 2 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are offered direct investment, co-investment or other financing support (such as loan guarantees)
- of products (by business volume or by GHG emissions) include sourcing, design and development measures that meaningfully reduce tier 2 emissions compared to common practice
Applicability: Brand, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.MTA.b.header, ecl.MTA.b.1, ecl.MTA.b.2, ecl.MTA.b.3, ecl.MTA.b.4, ecl.MTA.b.5
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A company can have one or more objectives regarding its Tier 2 emissions strategy. Coal phase-out and the adoption of 100% renewable electricity across the industry are two critical and fairly easily-measured levers to achieve ambitious emission reductions in the supply chain.
This question asks you to confirm the results you are achieving against specific thresholds.
For production volume from factories with no onsite coal burning:
- Answer yes if at least 95% of production volume comes from factories with no onsite coal burning
- Answer partial yes if at least 75% of production volume comes from factories with no onsite coal burning
- Answer no if less than 75% of production volume comes from factories with no onsite coal burning
For energy efficiency measures:
- Answer yes if at least 80% of Tier 2 facilities have implemented energy efficiency measures
- Answer partial yes if at least 50% of Tier 2 facilities have implemented energy efficiency measures
- Answer no if less than 50% of Tier 2 facilities have implemented energy efficiency measures
For renewable energy:
- Answer yes if at least 80% of Tier 2 global electricity use is covered by renewable energy (generated onsite or purchased)
- Answer partial yes if at least 50% of Tier 2 global electricity use is covered by renewable energy (generated onsite or purchased)
- Answer no if less than 50% of Tier 2 global electricity use is covered by renewable energy (generated onsite or purchased)
Applicability: Brand, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.MTE.b.header, ecl.MTE.b.1, ecl.MTE.b.2, ecl.MTE.b.3
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Due to traceability and lack of direct business relationships, addressing Tier 3 emissions is very challenging for companies. However, this stage of the value chain is responsible for significant GHG emissions. In order to drive improvements in the supply chain, companies must identify and engage with their Tier 3 suppliers to set reduction targets and support reduction efforts.
The question asks you to select what initiatives you are applying.
- For each of the answer options, answer yes if at least 80%:
- of Tier 3 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are engaged in GHG emissions measurement and target-setting
- of Tier 3 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are supported through capacity building, knowledge-sharing, and/or access to other resources
- of products (by business volume or by GHG emissions) include sourcing, design and development measures that meaningfully reduce Tier 3 emissions compared to common practice
- For each of the answer options, answer partial yes if at least 30%:
- of Tier 3 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are engaged in GHG emissions measurement and target-setting
- of Tier 3 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are supported through capacity building, knowledge-sharing, and/or access to other resources
- of products (by business volume or by GHG emissions) include sourcing, design and development measures that meaningfully reduce Tier 3 emissions compared to common practice
- For each of the answer options, answer no if less than 30%:
- of Tier 3 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are engaged in GHG emissions measurement and target-setting
- of Tier 3 facilities (by business volume or by GHG emissions) are supported through capacity building, knowledge-sharing, and/or access to other resources
- of products (by business volume or by GHG emissions) include sourcing, design and development measures that meaningfully reduce Tier 3 emissions compared to common practice
Applicability: Brand, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.MTI.b.header, ecl.MTI.b.1, ecl.MTI.b.2, ecl.MTI.b.3
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A company can have one or more objectives regarding its Tier 3 emissions strategy. Coal phase-out and the adoption of 100% renewable electricity across the industry are two critical and fairly easily-measured levers to achieve ambitious emission reductions in the supply chain.
This question asks you to confirm the results you are achieving against specific thresholds.
For production volume from factories with no onsite coal burning:
- Answer yes if at least 95% of production volume comes from factories with no onsite coal burning
- Answer partial yes if at least 75% of production volume comes from factories with no onsite coal burning
- Answer no if less than 75% of production volume comes from factories with no onsite coal burning
For energy efficiency measures:
- Answer yes if at least 80% of Tier 3 facilities have implemented energy efficiency measures
- Answer partial yes if at least 50% of Tier 3 facilities have implemented energy efficiency measures
- Answer no if less than 50% of Tier 3 facilities have implemented energy efficiency measures
For renewable energy:
- Answer yes if at least 80% of Tier 3 global electricity use is covered by renewable energy (generated onsite or purchased)
- Answer partial yes if at least 50% of Tier 3 global electricity use is covered by renewable energy (generated onsite or purchased)
- Answer no if less than 50% of Tier 3 global electricity use is covered by renewable energy (generated onsite or purchased)
Applicability: Brand, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.MTM.b.header, ecl.MTM.b.1, ecl.MTM.b.2, ecl.MTM.b.3
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In order to drive GHG emissions in the supply chain, companies must identify and engage with their Tier 4 suppliers to set reduction targets and support reduction efforts.
The question asks you to select what initiatives you are applying.
Answer yes if at least 80%:
- of all fibers and raw materials used in products are inventoried (e.g., weight used per reporting period)
- of all fibers and raw materials used in products are traced to their country of origin
- of all preferred fibers and raw materials used in products are certified or otherwise validated by a third-party
Answer partial yes if at least 50%:
- of all fibers and raw materials used in products are inventoried (e.g., weight used per reporting period)
- of all fibers and raw materials used in products are traced to their country of origin
- of all preferred fibers and raw materials used in products are certified or otherwise validated by a third-party
Answer no if less of 50%:
- of all fibers and raw materials used in products are inventoried (e.g., weight used per reporting period)
- of all fibers and raw materials used in products are traced to their country of origin
- of all preferred fibers and raw materials used in products are certified or otherwise validated by a third-party
For Research and development for low carbon fibers and materials (directly or through collective action programs):
- Answer yes if your company can demonstrate that you invested on low carbon fibers and materials research and development (investment should be in the form of monetary resources)
- Answer partial yes if your company can demonstrate efforts to support and enable low carbon fibers and materials innovation
- Answer no if your company didn’t invest resources or effort to enable low carbon fibers and materials innovation
Applicability: Brand, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.MTQ.b.header, ecl.MTQ.b.1, ecl.MTQ.b.2, ecl.MTQ.b.3, ecl.MTQ.b.4
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The definition of preferred material as per Textile Exchange guidance is one which results in improved environmental and/or social sustainability outcomes and impacts in comparison to conventional production.
This question asks your company to measure the adoption of preferred materials, in line with Textile Exchange’s definitions, combined with a low-carbon preferred material.
Uptake data, or volume-based data associated with how much material your company sourced over the reporting period, can be calculated at various points in the supply chain. For example, the most accurate data for your company might be at product-level using product composition data, product weights and numbers of products. Other companies may have the most accurate data at fabric-level or yarn-level.
- Select the percentage range that corresponds to the proportion of your total use of both low-carbon and preferred fibers and materials (applying the Textile Exchange definition)
- Select unknown if your company is unable to provide a precise percentage, or if the percentage is unknown
Applicability: Brand, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.MTU.b
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For most companies operating in the textile/apparel/footwear sector, third-party distribution and logistics GHG emissions amount to 5-15% of their total scope 3, representing a significant contribution to global freight emissions.
This question explores how your company engages with third-party logistics providers and implements climate smart logistics management efforts to achieve minimum emissions.
For third-party logistics provider selection criteria and engagement (target-setting, incentives, etc.):
- Answer yes if at least 80% of business volume is covered by third-party logistics provider selection criteria and engagement (e.g., target-setting, incentives, etc.)
- Answer partial yes if at least 50% of business volume is covered by third-party logistics provider selection criteria and engagement (e.g., target-setting, incentives, etc.)
- Answer no if less than 50% of business volume is covered by third-party logistics provider selection criteria and engagement (e.g., target-setting, incentives, etc.)
For active climate smart logistics management, including optimization, cargo consolidation and prioritization of low carbon modes:
- Answer yes if at least 80% of business volume is covered by climate smart logistics measures by the company or by its third-party logistics
- Answer partial yes if at least 50% of business volume is covered by climate smart logistics measures by the company or by its third-party logistics
- Answer no if less than 50% of business volume is covered by climate smart logistics measures by the company or by its third-party logistics
Applicability: Brand, Retailer, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.MTY.header, ecl.MTY.1, ecl.MTY.2
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Key results to achieve lower GHG emissions in distribution and logistics include low air freight use, and the use of low carbon transportation modes such as zero emission electric trucks, or biofuels in sea and air freight.
This question asks you to confirm the results you are achieving against specific thresholds.
Answer yes if:
- Limited use of air freight: less than 1% of business volume is transported by air freight at any point of their transportation journey
- Use of electric or other zero emissions mode for land transportation: at least 80% of total land transportation covered
- Use of biofuels or other alternative low carbon fuels for sea freight: at least 80% of total sea freight covered
- Use of biofuels or other alternative low carbon fuels for air freight: at least 80% of total air freight covered
Answer partial yes if:
- Limited use of air freight: less than 5% of business volume is transported by air freight at any point of their transportation journey
- Use of electric or other zero emissions mode for land transportation: at least 50% of total land transportation covered
- Use of biofuels or other alternative low carbon fuels for sea freight: at least 50% of total sea freight covered
- Use of biofuels or other alternative low carbon fuels for air freight: at least 50% of total air freight covered
Answer no if:
- Limited use of air freight: more than 5% of business volume is transported by air freight at any point of their transportation journey
- Use of electric or other zero emissions mode for land transportation: less than 50% of total land transportation covered
- Use of biofuels or other alternative low carbon fuels for sea freight: less than 50% of total sea freight covered
- Use of biofuels or other alternative low carbon fuels for air freight: less than 50% of total air freight covered
Applicability: Brand, Retailer, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.MTc.header, ecl.MTc.1, ecl.MTc.2, ecl.MTc.3, ecl.MTc.4
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For companies with multi-year GHG reduction targets, annual milestone targets (i.e., interim targets for each year between the baseline and the target year) ensure there is adequate and realistic planning towards achieving the overall target.
This question asks whether a company has successfully achieved its annual milestone targets towards reducing its GHG emissions.
- Answer yes if you can provide evidence that 100% of your company annual milestone targets have been fully met
- Answer partial yes if you can provide evidence that at least 50% of your company annual milestone targets have been fully met
- Answer no if less than 50% of your company annual milestone targets have been fully met
Applicability: Brand, Retailer, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.MTg
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Reporting publicly on your company’s efforts and progress on achieving targets to reduce GHG emissions is an indicator of commitment, accountability and transparency towards stakeholders.
This question asks whether your company has reported publicly on its targets and progress in relation to different GHG emissions scopes via platforms or standards such as CDP, TCFD and/or GRI.
- Select one or more scope(s) for which you can provide evidence that your company has reported publicly on its targets and progress
- Select none if you are unable to provide evidence of public reporting
Applicability: Brand, Retailer, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.MTk.b (For: Brand, Brand and Retailer)
Reference ID: ecl.MTk.r (For: Retailer)
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Companies’ GHG emissions are mostly in scope 3, meaning they require collaboration with value chain partners. Stakeholder consultation is considered essential when establishing a company’s decarbonization strategy. Stakeholder engagement is the process of identifying, analyzing, planning and engaging with individuals, and groups that are affected by a company’s activities. Engaging with stakeholders is a core element of good governance. In relation to climate, stakeholders could be internal (e.g., employees) or external (e.g., suppliers, communities affected by the company’s activities, NGOs, local entities or authorities, governments…).
This question provides an opportunity to demonstrate active stakeholder engagement as part of your approach towards establishing your company’s GHG emissions reduction strategy.
- Select one or more scope(s) for which you can provide evidence that your company engaged with stakeholders as part of the development and implementation of its GHG emissions reduction strategies or programs
- Select none if your company did not engage with stakeholders in relation to its GHG emissions reduction strategies or programs, or if you cannot provide evidence of stakeholder engagement
Applicability: Brand, Retailer, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.MjA.b (For: Brand, Brand and Retailer)
Reference ID: ecl.MjA.r (For: Retailer)
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Radically reducing GHG emissions in the industry requires systemic changes that will only be achieved through partnership and collaborative efforts. Examples of such partnerships include: RE100, UN Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action (FICCA), the Fashion Pact, or the Clean Cargo Working Group (CCWG).
This question provides an opportunity to demonstrate that your company takes a collaborative approach by working with other businesses, civil society and stakeholders.
- Select one or more scope(s) for which you can provide evidence that your company has participated in collaborative initiatives to reduce GHG emissions across the value chain
- Select none if you have no evidence of collaborative work, or if collaboration has not formed part of your strategy
Applicability: Brand, Retailer, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.MjE.b (For: Brand, Brand and Retailer)
Reference ID: ecl.MjE.r (For: Retailer)
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Access to financing is one of the major hurdles to carbon reductions efforts in the textile, apparel and footwear supply chain. Either through direct co-investment, or through contributions like the Aii Fashion Climate Fund, Brands and Retailers can facilitate funding. In this regard, examples could include supporting or funding the decarbonization efforts of suppliers.
This question provides an opportunity to demonstrate your company’s commitment to contribute resources for the reduction of GHG emissions in the industry.
- Select one or more scope(s) for which you can provide evidence that your company has developed, supported or fund any mechanism to contribute to the reduction of GHG emissions in the textile/apparel/footwear industry
- Select none if you cannot provide evidence that your company has developed, supported or fund any mechanism to contribute to the reduction of GHG emissions impacts, or if these activities have not formed part of your strategy
Applicability: Brand, Retailer, Brand and Retailer
Reference ID: ecl.MjI.b (For: Brand, Brand and Retailer)
Reference ID: ecl.MjI.r (For: Retailer)