The Container Store, a leading retailer in the storage and organisation industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1978, the company has established itself as a pioneer in providing innovative storage solutions, catering to both residential and commercial needs. With a strong presence across major operational regions in the US, The Container Store offers a diverse range of products, including custom closets, shelving systems, and organisational accessories. What sets The Container Store apart is its commitment to quality and customer service, exemplified by its unique Elfa shelving system and a wide selection of eco-friendly products. Over the years, the company has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its employee-centric culture and sustainability initiatives. As a market leader, The Container Store continues to inspire customers to maximise their space and enhance their organisational skills.
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Container Store's score of 30 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, The Container Store reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,042,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,666,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 16,376,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were approximately 6,687,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,917,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 3,770,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. The Container Store has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets reported. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from The Container Store Group, Inc., with no cascaded data from a parent organisation. Overall, while The Container Store has made strides in reporting its emissions, it currently lacks defined reduction strategies or commitments to mitigate its carbon footprint.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,129,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 21,425,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Container Store 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.


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