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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In 2024, Burlington Stores reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 39715000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 158233000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions for its US operations. Globally, Burlington's emissions for 2024 included approximately 39715000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 158233000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 77206000 kg CO2e for upstream transportation and distribution, along with about 34786000 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations and approximately 3801000 kg CO2e from business travel. 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 self-reported and does not appear to be cascaded from a parent organisation. Overall, Burlington Stores is actively monitoring its carbon footprint but currently lacks formal commitments to reduce emissions.
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2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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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 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.