Crocs steps back from net zero by 2030 commitment

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In its latest ESG update the footwear brand announced that recent expansion means it will take a decade longer than anticipated to achieve net zero status

Footwear giant Crocs has pushed back its net zero target date by 10 years from 2030 to 2040, after confirming that the company's recent acquisition of shoes brand HeyDude has led to a sharp increase in...

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