Climate and Net Zero Targets
Scope 1 and 2: No – Has a lower and different baseline (Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3) by at least 50% by 2030 (base year: 2019).

Scope 3: Later baseline – (Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3) by at least 50% by 2030 (base year: 2019). Emphasises target is to be achieved without additional offsetting.

Mid-term (2035/2040) milestones: None for 2035 or 2040

Net Zero Roadmap: Yes to goal – net zero CO2 emissions by 2050. No clear roadmap beyond 2030 yet.

Renewable Energy Targets
Own operations RE target: Yes -100% RE target by 2030. Brand says; a total of 73%, corresponding to 73,794 MWh of company’s consumed electricity was renewable. Electricity from renewable sources was used in 20 countries

Supply chain RE target: No

Thermal Coal Phase Out
2030 Coal Phase-out Target: Yes – Through signatory of UNFCCC Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action. Says it and will eliminate coal from supply chain by 2030.

Thermal energy transition/ electrification: Yes – Through signatory of UNFCCC Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action. Says it and will eliminate coal from supply chain by 2030. More detail could be given on phase down plan.

Transparency
Emissions data: Yes and breaks down by category. No country or tier.

Supply chain energy data: No

Supplier lists published: Publishes Tier 1 and Tier 2 on website. Presence in Bangladesh according to data, 7 facilities in Tier 1, 1 facility in Tier 2.

Supplier list link

Training, feasibility studies, and non-financial support for climate action
Unclear – in report talks about environmental management module. Shares that;
Our Supply Chain Sustainability (SCS) program’s environmental management module sets general environmental requirements as well as specific requirements for chemicals, wastewater, and climate-impact management.

Additional, targeted support for transition planning: The company collaborated with GIZ and other partners to develop the Resource Efficiency Module (REM) under ZDHC, enabling suppliers to track energy use, set goals, and manage resource efficiency projects. It also co-developed the free online course “Climate Action Training for the Fashion Industry” with GIZ, the UNFCCC, and international fashion companies. These initiatives support suppliers in improving sustainability practices and reporting progress.

Financial Support for Decarbonization
Loans and financing: No

Collective financing initiatives: No

Direct/debt-free financing: No

Responsible/equitable buying to enable climate action
Purchasing decisions incentivize climate action: Yes. Suppliers must agree to the Supplier Code of Conduct and complete an annual ESG self-assessment as a prerequisite for doing business. They are also required to complete online ESG training and submit compliance certificates, which HUGO BOSS reviews before contracting. Ongoing social compliance is monitored, with corrective action plans implemented when necessary.

Equitable/long-term sourcing to enable climate action: Not linked specifically to decarbonisation but says: If phased out says “Our approach to terminating a business relationship is documented in a Factsheet on Responsible Exit. We only terminate a relationship in justified cases and with sufficient warning. For example, we reduce our order volume gradually to give suppliers time to acquire new customers so that they continue to utilize their full capacity and thus ensure their employees’ job security”

Prices enable climate action: Not explicitly

Climate Adaptation
Adaptation/worker just transition training funded or provided: No

Emergency support developed with local groups: No

Decarbonization Progress
Reducing manufacturing emissions: No. Hugo Boss reported that in 2024, Scope 3 emissions amounted to 525,268 t, marking a 15% increase from the previous year (2023: 458,409 t) and an increase of 23% compared to the 2019 base year (2019: 427,903 t).

Increasing supply chain renewable electricity: No

Coal phase out transition progress: No

Commitment to phase out fossil fuel-derived fibers
Yes has a target of 0% polyester and polyamide in fabrics and linings by 2030

Deforestation-free materials
Leather: Yes through LWG –
As of 2027, 100% of the leather used will be sourced from at least LWG-silver-certified tanneries or tanneries with comparable standards (Status 2024: 80%)

Man-made Cellulosic Fibers: Yes through Canopy. HUGO BOSS has exclusively worked with viscose suppliers, who according to the organization do not offer materials from old and endangered forests to the market and also meet the Company’s requirements for chemical management. Moreover, HUGO BOSS uses the more sustainable Tencel Refibra fibers from Lenzing, fibers obtained from cellulose according to the Canopy Style commitments, and leftover cotton fabric using an innovative closed-loop system.

Low-carbon materials
Yes. Brand communicated in Dec 2024, launched own company, Eighty Yards, dedicated to recycling and repurposing excess materials from our operations.
Also working with Sellpy for resale.
Another key initiative focuses on polyester alternatives. Through a long-term strategic partnership with HeiQ (LSE: HEIQ), we are investing in innovative, more sustainable apparel technology for producing cellulosic yarn. The HeiQ AeoniQ yarn provides a true alternative to polyester and nylon—currently the most widely used fibers in the textile industry.

Increasing Circularity
Hugo Boss has ambitious and varied material and circularity targets. Alongside aiming to create 80% circular apparel products by 2030, it has specific 100% regenerative targets for natural materials and has engaged in partnerships to convert land to regenerative cotton farming. The company currently offers repair and rewear services in selected markets.

Target & increase recycled cotton
Brand aims to target 80% circular apparel products by 2030. Included if made with renewable or recycled materials, are recyclable, and are designed for longevity. Recycled cotton part of this.

100% recycled/organic/regen cotton + wool, report on progress
Brand aims to target 80% circular apparel products by 2030.Also has a specific regenerative target: 100% natural materials from regenerative agriculture or closed-loop recycling by 2030 Included if made with renewable or recycled materials, are recyclable, and are designed for longevity. Sustainably sourced cotton part of this, although no specific organic/regenerative targets. All Textile Exchange Standards. Considers; Cleaner Cotton , Fairtrade®. 73% of HB cotton was from mass balance systems.

Support farmers, transition to regen/organic farming
Yes – In collaboration with Raddis, converted 750 acres of land in India into regenerative cotton farming. In 2023, we launched the BOSS x Raddis capsule collection, featuring timeless styles—from T-shirts to tracksuit bottoms—in neutral hues, all crafted entirely from Raddis cotton grown in southern India.

Resale/repair – % total sales/disclosure on #
Hugo Boss currently offers repair in all stores, with free repairs available for some clients through the loyalty program. The company also offers resale through Sellpy in stores in Germany, France, the Netherlands, Denmark and Sweden, where customers can resell any used product (not exclusively Hugo Boss).

Direct link resale/repair to reduce production
No, focus on circular business models as opposed to overproduction

Materials transparency
Shares material mix: Yes shares by % and weight.

Provides data on units sold: No

Hugo Boss does have a target to reduce its upstream transportation emissions, which is positive, and the company reported an emissions reduction in 2022-2023 which it attributed to a shift from air freight to marine and land shipping. Hugo Boss does not transparently report on its transportation modes, or have a specific goal to limit aviation.

No commitments or action to promote a shift to zero emission vessels by 2030.

No strong direct examples. Hugo Boss is transparent about the company’s policy influence expenditure.