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Retail Trade Services
US
updated 5 days ago

Big Lots

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Big Lots, Inc., a prominent American retail company, is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1967, Big Lots has established itself as a leader in the discount retail industry, primarily serving customers across the United States. The company operates over 1,400 stores, offering a diverse range of products, including furniture, home décor, and everyday essentials at competitive prices. What sets Big Lots apart is its unique business model, which focuses on closeout merchandise and seasonal items, allowing customers to find exceptional deals. Over the years, Big Lots has achieved significant milestones, including its expansion into new markets and the introduction of exclusive brands. With a strong market position, Big Lots continues to be a go-to destination for value-conscious shoppers seeking quality products at affordable prices.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Big Lots's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Big Lots's score of 25 is lower than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Big Lots's reported carbon emissions

Big Lots, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data, as no figures are available for recent years. Consequently, there are no reported emissions in terms of Scope 1, 2, or 3. Additionally, the company has not established any documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. In the absence of specific emissions data, it is important to note that Big Lots has not publicly outlined any significant climate commitments or initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint. This lack of transparency may reflect broader industry trends where companies are increasingly expected to disclose their environmental impact and set measurable targets for emissions reductions. As the retail sector continues to evolve, stakeholders are encouraged to monitor Big Lots for future updates regarding their climate strategies and any potential commitments to sustainability practices.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Big Lots's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very 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. This request for Big Lots is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Big Lots is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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