The Children's Place, a leading retailer in the children's apparel industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1969, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the market, specialising in stylish and affordable clothing for children aged newborn to 14 years. With a strong presence across North America, The Children's Place operates numerous retail locations and an extensive online platform, making it accessible to families nationwide. Renowned for its wide range of products, including everyday wear, seasonal collections, and accessories, The Children's Place stands out for its commitment to quality and value. The brand has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest pure-play children's retailers in North America, reflecting its strong market position and dedication to meeting the needs of modern families.
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In 2023, The Children's Place reported total carbon emissions of approximately 682,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 2,864,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 26,427,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 679,884,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The Scope 3 emissions primarily stem from purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 378,496,000 kg CO2e, and the use of sold products, contributing approximately 187,165,000 kg CO2e. The Children's Place has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 market-based GHG emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2018 as the base year. Additionally, they are committed to a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and product transport over the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with keeping global warming well below 2°C. In summary, The Children's Place is actively working towards significant emissions reductions across all scopes, with a clear focus on both operational and supply chain emissions, reflecting a strong commitment to climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,696,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 48,751,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,662,600,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Childrens Place's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 19% last year and decreased by approximately 59% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. 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 56% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Childrens Place has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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