BJ's Sustainability Profile
BJ's Wholesale Club, commonly referred to as BJ's, is a leading membership-only warehouse club headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1984, the company has established a strong presence across the East Coast and parts of the Midwest, serving millions of members with a diverse range of products and services. Specialising in bulk groceries, electronics, and household goods, BJ's distinguishes itself through its commitment to value, offering members exclusive savings and a unique selection of high-quality items. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of its own private label brand, Wellsley Farms, which has garnered a loyal customer base. With a robust market position, BJ's continues to innovate in the wholesale industry, focusing on customer satisfaction and convenience, making it a preferred choice for budget-conscious shoppers seeking quality and variety.
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BJ's's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 38,666,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 combined, with Scope 1 emissions at about 195,376,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 191,284,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling about 30,810,642,000 kg CO2e, primarily from the use of sold products (approximately 14,880,143,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (around 15,068,439,000 kg CO2e). In 2022, BJ's reported slightly higher Scope 1 emissions of about 205,710,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 194,493,000 kg CO2e, leading to a combined total of about 40,020,300 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. Despite these emissions figures, BJ's has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor have they disclosed any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. and is not cascaded from any parent organisation. BJ's continues to monitor its carbon footprint and is committed to sustainability, although specific reduction strategies or pledges have not been outlined in the available data.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 205,710,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 194,493,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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BJ's's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 49% of Scope 3 emissions.
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BJ's'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.
BJ's has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
