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Ae Sustainability Profile

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AE, officially known as American Eagle Outfitters, Inc., is a prominent retail company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1977, AE has established itself as a leader in the apparel industry, primarily focusing on casual wear for young adults and teenagers. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations in international markets, the brand is renowned for its stylish clothing, accessories, and footwear. AE's core offerings include denim, graphic tees, and loungewear, distinguished by their commitment to quality and trend-driven designs. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the launch of its Aerie brand, which promotes body positivity and inclusivity. As a market leader, AE continues to innovate and adapt, solidifying its position as a go-to destination for youthful fashion enthusiasts.

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62

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Apparel Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

32

Industry Benchmark

Ae's score of 62 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ae's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. reported total emissions of approximately 3,510,658,000 kg CO2e, which includes Scope 1 emissions of about 9,248,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 45,476,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 3,510,658,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, they are targeting a 40% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and capital goods by 2030, with a further 60% reduction by 2040. American Eagle Outfitters is also pursuing net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Their targets have been approved by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), ensuring alignment with climate science to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company has committed to achieving carbon neutrality in its owned and operated facilities and employee business travel by 2030. These initiatives reflect a comprehensive approach to addressing their carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals.

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20182019202020212022
Scope 1
11,537,000
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Scope 2
71,930,000
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Scope 3
3,143,763,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Ae's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ae's primary industry is Apparel Production, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Ae's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Ae is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Ae's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Ae's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 12% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 62% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2022
Use of Sold Products
62%
Purchased Goods and Services
30%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
4%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Franchises
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%

Ae's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Ae has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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