Burlington
Burlington, officially known as Burlington Stores, Inc., is a prominent American retail chain headquartered in Burlington, New Jersey. Established in 1972, the company has grown significantly, operating over 900 stores across the United States, primarily in the off-price retail sector. Burlington is renowned for offering a diverse range of high-quality apparel, footwear, and home goods at competitive prices, making it a go-to destination for value-conscious shoppers. The company has achieved notable milestones, including its successful initial public offering in 2013, which marked a new chapter in its expansion strategy. Burlington's unique business model focuses on providing brand-name products at discounted rates, setting it apart in the competitive retail landscape. With a strong market position, Burlington continues to thrive, appealing to a broad customer base seeking quality and affordability.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Burlington's score of 18 is lower than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Burlington's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Burlington reported a total carbon emissions figure of approximately 3,060 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across all three scopes: Scope 1 (1,020 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (1,020 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (1,020 kg CO2e). This represents a significant reduction from previous years, particularly from 2019, when total emissions were about 260,926,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 24,793,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 167,929,000 kg CO2e. Burlington's emissions data from 2018 showed a total of approximately 283,737,000 kg CO2e, indicating a downward trend in emissions over the years. The city has not specified any formal reduction targets or commitments through initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Overall, Burlington's commitment to reducing carbon emissions is evident through its reported data, although specific reduction initiatives or targets have not been disclosed. The city continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, reflecting a growing awareness of climate impact and sustainability.
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| 2007 | 2010 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 295,598,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,643,800 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,780,100 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Burlington 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.
