Hudsons Bay
Hudson's Bay Company, commonly known as HBC or The Bay, is a prominent Canadian retail enterprise headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. Established in 1670, it stands as one of North America's oldest companies, with a rich history that includes significant milestones in the retail sector. Operating primarily in Canada, HBC has made a name for itself in the department store industry, offering a diverse range of products including fashion, home goods, and beauty items. The Bay is renowned for its unique blend of contemporary and classic merchandise, catering to a wide demographic. With a strong market position, Hudson's Bay continues to innovate in the retail landscape, focusing on customer experience and quality service. Its commitment to sustainability and community engagement further distinguishes it in the competitive retail market.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Hudsons Bay's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Hudsons Bay's score of 18 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hudsons Bay's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, Hudson's Bay reported total carbon emissions of approximately 54,188,000 kg CO2e, a significant reduction from about 65,994,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and approximately 76,302,000 kg CO2e in 2018. This demonstrates a downward trend in emissions over the three-year period. However, specific details regarding the scope of these emissions (Scope 1, 2, or 3) were not disclosed. Despite the reductions achieved, Hudson's Bay has not set formal reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company’s ongoing efforts to lower emissions reflect a growing awareness of the importance of sustainability within the retail sector. As they continue to navigate their climate impact, further transparency and commitment to specific reduction goals could enhance their environmental strategy.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Hudsons Bay is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
