Swatch
Swatch Group, a renowned Swiss watchmaker, is headquartered in Biel/Bienne, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1983, the company revolutionised the watch industry with its innovative and affordable timepieces, becoming a key player in the global market. Swatch is primarily engaged in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of watches and jewellery, with a focus on combining artistic flair with cutting-edge technology. The brand is celebrated for its unique plastic watches, which offer vibrant designs and exceptional durability, appealing to a diverse audience. Swatch has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of the Swatch Art Special series, showcasing collaborations with contemporary artists. With a strong market position, Swatch continues to lead in the fashion watch segment, consistently pushing the boundaries of creativity and craftsmanship.
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Swatch's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Swatch reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,261,054,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 17,002,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion (10,948,000 kg CO2e) and mobile combustion (3,304,000 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions, calculated on a market-based approach, totalled around 26,052,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions accounted for a significant 1,218,000,000 kg CO2e, with the largest contributions from purchased goods and services (728,000,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (107,000,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, Swatch's total emissions were approximately 1,384,978,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions again dominating at about 1,333,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to reduce stationary emissions (Scope 1) by 65% by 2030 and to achieve net-zero by 2040. Additionally, Swatch plans to cut emissions from electricity (Scope 2) by 50% by 2030, 95% by 2040, and reach zero by 2050. These commitments reflect Swatch's proactive approach to climate action, aligning with industry standards and demonstrating a clear pathway towards significant emissions reductions. The data is sourced from The Swatch Group AG, ensuring accuracy and accountability in their climate reporting.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 20,422,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 34,963,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Swatch is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
