Fast Retailing Co Ltd

Common Name
Fast Retailing
Country
Japan
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Apparel Retail
Employees
60,454
Ticker
9983
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Fast Retailing Co. Ltd. is a prominent global retail company specializing in apparel. It is best known for its flagship brand, UNIQLO, which offers high-quality, casual clothing at affordable prices. ...

Fast Retailing's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Fast Retailing completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Fast Retailing has also provided a category-level breakdown for 9 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Market-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Insights into Fast Retailing's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Fast Retailing amounted to 306,120 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Fast Retailing decreased by 0.2%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

Fast Retailing's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202403.5 k7 k10.5 k14 ktCO2e+6%-23%-3%-2%-8%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Fast Retailing's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Fast Retailing were 8,760 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Fast Retailing reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Fast Retailing's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 28.75%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Fast Retailing's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 8.35%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are Fast Retailing's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Fast Retailing reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 43,154 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 297,360 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Fast Retailing reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Fast Retailing's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Fast Retailing 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Fast Retailing's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Fast Retailing 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does Fast Retailing use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Fast Retailing reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

Fast Retailing's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024080 k160 k240 k320 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Fast Retailing's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Fast Retailing reported 5,198,890 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a

The 2024 disclosure of Fast Retailing includes a breakdown across 9 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 8 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a

Fast Retailing's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202401.5 M3 M4.5 M6 MtCO2e-5%-5%+11%-6%-4%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Fast Retailing's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Fast Retailing reported total Scope 3 emissions of 5,198,890 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 85.36% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 14.64% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has Fast Retailing reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Fast Retailing's Scope 3 emissions have remained relatively stable, indicating that Fast Retailing 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Fast Retailing's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Fast Retailing 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Fast Retailing disclose?

In 2024, Fast Retailing reported emissions for 9 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

What are the main sources of Fast Retailing's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Fast Retailing's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 3,630,293 tCO₂e (69.83%)
  • End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products (Cat. 12): 759,664 tCO₂e (14.61%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 644,578 tCO₂e (12.4%)

Fast Retailing's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(69.8%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(12.4%)End-of-LifeTreatment of SoldProducts (Cat. 12)(14.6%)

Insights into Fast Retailing’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Fast Retailing reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 8,760 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 21,423 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.41 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Fast Retailing's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

501,00020,000500,00010,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2002,00010,00050,000500,000Revenues (Millions of USD)AYWSHonda MotorYear: 2025Scope 1: 997,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 144,629Scope 1 Intensity: 6.89 tCO2e/$MHasekoYear: 2023Scope 1: 52,224 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,712Scope 1 Intensity: 6.77 tCO2e/$MSumitomo ForestryYear: 2023Scope 1: 221,516 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,255Scope 1 Intensity: 18.08 tCO2e/$MIida Group HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 27,351 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,809Scope 1 Intensity: 2.53 tCO2e/$MAAABC-MartYear: 2023Scope 1: 122 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,129Scope 1 Intensity: 0.06 tCO2e/$MBandai Namco HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 7,794 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,279Scope 1 Intensity: 0.94 tCO2e/$MRakuten GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,991 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,647Scope 1 Intensity: 0.20 tCO2e/$MYokohama RubberYear: 2024Scope 1: 591,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,973Scope 1 Intensity: 84.75 tCO2e/$MToray IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,467,393 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,274Scope 1 Intensity: 151.61 tCO2e/$MMitsubishi MotorsYear: 2024Scope 1: 85,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 18,421Scope 1 Intensity: 4.61 tCO2e/$MWorkmanYear: 2023Scope 1: 504 tCO2eRevenue: $M 963Scope 1 Intensity: 0.52 tCO2e/$MYYYamada HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 36,400 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,863Scope 1 Intensity: 3.35 tCO2e/$MToyota BoshokuYear: 2025Scope 1: 59,018 tCO2eRevenue: $M 13,031Scope 1 Intensity: 4.53 tCO2e/$MMazda MotorYear: 2024Scope 1: 83,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 31,879Scope 1 Intensity: 2.60 tCO2e/$MResorttrustYear: 2023Scope 1: 54,192 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,275Scope 1 Intensity: 42.50 tCO2e/$MWWWacoal HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,578 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,236Scope 1 Intensity: 1.28 tCO2e/$MBridgestoneYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,509,385 tCO2eRevenue: $M 28,218Scope 1 Intensity: 53.49 tCO2e/$MNissan MotorYear: 2024Scope 1: 442,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 83,768Scope 1 Intensity: 5.28 tCO2e/$MSSSuzuki MotorYear: 2023Scope 1: 410,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 34,847Scope 1 Intensity: 11.77 tCO2e/$MSankyoYear: 2023Scope 1: 935 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,181Scope 1 Intensity: 0.79 tCO2e/$MLYYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,395 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,984Scope 1 Intensity: 0.28 tCO2e/$MTakashimayaYear: 2022Scope 1: 19,910 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,585Scope 1 Intensity: 3.02 tCO2e/$MSekisui HouseYear: 2024Scope 1: 42,919 tCO2eRevenue: $M 26,337Scope 1 Intensity: 1.63 tCO2e/$MFast RetailingYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,760 tCO2eRevenue: $M 21,423Scope 1 Intensity: 0.41 tCO2e/$M

How does Fast Retailing's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Fast Retailing reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.41 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 3.35 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Fast Retailing rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Fast Retailing ranked 4 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

This places Fast Retailing among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers. a

Insights into Fast Retailing's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Fast Retailing reported a total carbon footprint of 5,505,010 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 3.8% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a

The largest contributor to Fast Retailing's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 94.44% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 5.4%. a

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