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boohoo

Last analyzed: 2/12/2026

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Overall score
25/100

Summary

Boohoo has made some commitments towards sustainability, but its fast fashion business model and lack of substantial progress in key areas result in low scores across most categories. Significant improvements are needed to align with industry best practices.

Categories

10 total

Sustainable Material Sourcing
4/10

Boohoo has set targets to increase the use of recycled and sustainably sourced materials, but current usage remains low, with only 10% of cotton sourced through the Better Cotton Initiative as of 2022.

Animal Welfare and Cruelty-Free
4/10

Boohoo has policies against using fur and angora but continues to use other animal-derived materials like wool and leather without clear sourcing standards.

Transparency and Traceability
3/10

Boohoo has made some efforts to improve transparency, such as reducing the number of suppliers and implementing a Code of Conduct. However, the company has faced criticism for inadequate supply chain transparency and has been involved in greenwashing allegations.

Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
3/10

Boohoo has made some progress, such as installing solar panels at its Burnley distribution center, but lacks comprehensive renewable energy initiatives across its operations.

Waste Reduction and Sustainable Packaging
3/10

Boohoo has initiatives like reducing garment labels and trialing ticketless products, but its fast fashion model inherently contributes to significant waste.

Certifications and Standards
2/10

Boohoo's participation in industry initiatives like the Sustainable Apparel Coalition is noted, but the company lacks significant third-party certifications to validate its sustainability claims.

Overall Carbon Footprint and Emissions
2/10

Boohoo has set science-based targets to reduce emissions but lacks comprehensive data and clear progress towards achieving these goals.

Circularity and Product Longevity
2/10

Boohoo has launched resale platforms like PrettyLittleThing's Marketplace, but these efforts are limited compared to the overall scale of their production.

Water Conservation and Pollution Control
1/10

There is limited evidence of Boohoo implementing significant measures to address water conservation and pollution control within its supply chain.

Ethical Labor Practices and Fair Wages
1/10

Boohoo has faced significant criticism for labor practices, including underpaying workers and unsafe conditions, with limited evidence of substantial improvements.