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Bath And Body Works Sustainability Profile

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Bath & Body Works, a leading retailer in the personal care industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1990, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the market, renowned for its extensive range of fragrant body care products, including lotions, shower gels, and candles. With a focus on quality and innovation, Bath & Body Works offers unique scents and formulations that cater to diverse customer preferences. The brand operates numerous locations across North America and has expanded its reach internationally, solidifying its position as a go-to destination for personal care and home fragrance. Notable achievements include a loyal customer base and a reputation for seasonal collections that consistently attract attention. Bath & Body Works continues to thrive by blending creativity with a commitment to customer satisfaction, making it a standout in the beauty and wellness sector.

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64

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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Bath And Body Works's score of 64 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bath And Body Works's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Bath & Body Works reported total carbon emissions of approximately 61,934,000 kg CO2e, comprising 17,164,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 44,329,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). In 2023, the company recorded emissions of about 61,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 17,599,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at 59,340,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions data for 2024, but in 2023, it reported significant Scope 3 emissions, primarily from the use of sold products, which accounted for approximately 1,231,821,000 kg CO2e. Bath & Body Works has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2022 baseline. Furthermore, the company has committed to a more substantial long-term target of a 63% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2035. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company also plans to follow net-zero guidance for its Scope 3 emissions, indicating a commitment to addressing its entire carbon footprint. Bath & Body Works is actively pursuing energy efficiency measures to meet these targets, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate action within the retail sector.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
239,622,000
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00,000,000
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Scope 3
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000,000,000
000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Bath And Body Works's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bath And Body Works's primary industry is Retail Trade Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Bath And Body Works'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 Bath And Body Works is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Bath And Body Works's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Bath And Body Works's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 484% last year and increased by approximately 895% since 2020, 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 45% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Use of Sold Products
45%
Purchased Goods and Services
39%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
8%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%
Capital Goods
2%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Franchises
<1%

Bath And Body Works'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.

Bath And Body Works 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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