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American Eagle Outfitters

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc., commonly known as American Eagle, is a leading American retailer headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1977, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the apparel industry, primarily targeting the youth market with its trendy clothing and accessories. Specialising in casual wear, American Eagle offers a diverse range of products, including denim, activewear, and loungewear, known for their quality and fit. The brand's commitment to inclusivity and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive landscape. With a strong presence across North America and a growing international footprint, American Eagle has achieved significant milestones, including the successful launch of its Aerie line, which promotes body positivity. As a recognised leader in the retail sector, American Eagle continues to innovate and adapt to changing consumer preferences.

DitchCarbon Score

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25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services 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.

21

Industry Benchmark

American Eagle Outfitters's score of 25 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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American Eagle Outfitters's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, American Eagle Outfitters reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,510,658,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 12,343,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 45,476,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions stemmed from Scope 3, which accounted for about 3,510,658,000 kg CO2e, indicating significant impacts from their supply chain and product use. Over the years, American Eagle Outfitters has shown fluctuations in emissions. For instance, in 2021, their total emissions were approximately 3,580,928,000 kg CO2e, while in 2020, they reported about 3,058,111,000 kg CO2e. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. Overall, while American Eagle Outfitters has made strides in tracking and reporting their emissions, the absence of defined reduction targets suggests that further action may be necessary to align with industry standards for climate responsibility.

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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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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. American Eagle Outfitters's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. American Eagle Outfitters is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

American Eagle Outfitters 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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