High street retailer New Look has showcased significant strides in its carbon reduction endeavours. The update follows its sustainability strategy initiated in 2022.
The retailer’s initiatives reflect a comprehensive approach towards sustainability, incorporating enhanced recycled content and ambitious emissions targets, all aligned with global climate goals.
New Look has notably increased its use of recycled content in products to 25%, underscoring its commitment to enhancing sustainable practices. The Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTI) approval of New Look’s emission targets exemplifies alignment with the 1.5°C pathway, a critical global temperature control benchmark aimed to be achieved by 2050. New Look’s emissions have declined by 22% in scopes 1 and 2, indicating progress beyond its initial near-term goals.
New Look’s progress in scope 3 emissions, which cover indirect emissions from its supply chain activities, reached an 11% reduction. This milestone aligns with its ongoing effort to meet medium-term environmental objectives.
In fostering innovation, New Look collaborates with the Leeds Institute of Textile and Colour to advance sustainable product lifecycles.
Through these strategic actions, New Look is enhancing its ethical business framework and addressing significant workforce issues globally.
This strategy underpins its goal to integrate community support into core business operations, reinforcing the company’s social value.
These initiatives are not only reflective of New Look’s current achievements but are also indicative of its long-term strategic intent to maintain industry leadership in sustainability practices.
Sue Fairley, New Look’s head of sustainability, acknowledges the landmark approval of the company’s Science-Based Targets as a pivotal achievement. She asserts that the retailer is well-prepared to meet future goals, leveraging partnerships and strategic planning to operate sustainably.
New Look continues to set an industry benchmark in sustainability through meaningful actions and partnerships. Its ongoing focus on reducing carbon and water footprints, alongside fostering inclusivity, underscores its commitment to positive change.
As it forges ahead with its strategic goals for 2025, New Look remains a trusted leader in sustainable retail, fully embracing its role in driving environmental and social progress.
