Burlington Stores Sustainability Profile
Burlington Stores, Inc., commonly known as Burlington, is a leading off-price retailer headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1972, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including the East Coast, West Coast, and the Midwest. Specialising in apparel, home goods, and accessories, Burlington offers a unique shopping experience by providing high-quality products at discounted prices. With a commitment to value, Burlington has grown significantly over the years, achieving notable milestones such as its initial public offering in 2013. The retailer is recognised for its extensive selection of brand-name merchandise, which sets it apart in the competitive retail landscape. As a prominent player in the off-price retail industry, Burlington continues to expand its footprint, making it a go-to destination for savvy shoppers seeking quality and affordability.
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Burlington Stores's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Burlington Stores reported total carbon emissions of approximately 197,948,000 kg CO2e, comprising 39,715,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 158,233,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which included 3,801,000 kg CO2e from business travel, 34,786,000 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations, and 77,206,000 kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution, bringing the total global emissions to about 197,948,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, Burlington's emissions were slightly lower, with total emissions of approximately 197,000,000 kg CO2e, including 38,806,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 162,905,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, alongside Scope 3 emissions of 27,060,000 kg CO2e from business travel, 29,970,000 kg CO2e from waste, and 88,748,000 kg CO2e from upstream transportation. Burlington Stores has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Burlington Stores, Inc., with no cascaded data from a parent organisation. Overall, Burlington Stores is actively monitoring its carbon footprint, focusing on transparency in emissions reporting, but has yet to establish formal reduction commitments.
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| 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 20,742,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 258,490,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 53,745,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Burlington Stores's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Burlington Stores's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased by approximately 115% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 37% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 67% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Burlington Stores'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.
Burlington Stores 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.
