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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 a strong presence in the apparel industry, primarily focusing on casual wear for young adults and teenagers. With a diverse range of products, including denim, activewear, and accessories, American Eagle is renowned for its high-quality materials and trendy designs that resonate with its youthful audience. The brand has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its Aerie line, which promotes body positivity and inclusivity. As a prominent player in the retail sector, American Eagle continues to thrive, boasting a robust market position and a loyal customer base. Its commitment to innovation and sustainability further distinguishes it in a competitive landscape.

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22

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.

23

Industry Benchmark

American Eagle Outfitters's score of 22 is higher than 65% 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 3.5 million tonnes CO2e across all scopes. This included about 12.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and around 45.5 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from purchased electricity and cooling. The majority of their emissions, approximately 3.5 billion kg CO2e, were attributed to Scope 3, which includes emissions from the entire value chain, such as the use of sold products and employee commuting. Over the years, American Eagle Outfitters has shown fluctuations in their emissions, with a notable decrease in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 68.1 million kg CO2e in 2019 to 57.8 million kg CO2e in 2022. However, there are currently no publicly stated reduction targets or commitments under initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). The company is actively working towards improving its sustainability practices, although specific reduction initiatives or climate pledges have not been detailed. As the fashion industry increasingly focuses on climate commitments, American Eagle Outfitters is positioned to enhance its strategies in line with global sustainability trends.

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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.

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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 medium, indicating medium 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.

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