Ae
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.
DitchCarbon Score
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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.
Industry Benchmark
Ae's score of 39 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ae's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, American Eagle Outfitters reported significant greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, with Scope 1 emissions amounting to approximately 8,755,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 37,430,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 80% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. Additionally, American Eagle Outfitters plans to cut its Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and capital goods by 40% by 2030 and 60% by 2040. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to addressing climate change within the textiles, apparel, footwear, and luxury goods sector. American Eagle Outfitters is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, further demonstrating its dedication to sustainable practices and reducing its carbon footprint.
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Get Started| 2022 | |
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| Scope 1 | 9,248,000 |
| Scope 2 | 40,231,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,663,900,000 |
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Ae is committed to some 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.
