Dollar Tree
Dollar Tree, officially known as Dollar Tree, Inc., is a leading discount variety store chain headquartered in Chesapeake, Virginia. Founded in 1986, the company has established a significant presence across the United States and Canada, operating thousands of stores that cater to budget-conscious consumers. Specialising in a wide range of products, Dollar Tree offers everything from household essentials and party supplies to seasonal items, all priced at an appealing one dollar or less. This unique pricing strategy sets it apart in the retail industry, making it a go-to destination for value shoppers. With a strong market position, Dollar Tree has achieved notable milestones, including the acquisition of Family Dollar in 2015, further expanding its reach and product offerings. The company continues to thrive in the discount retail sector, consistently delivering quality products at unbeatable prices.
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Dollar Tree's score of 27 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Dollar Tree's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Dollar Tree reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25 million tonnes CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 381,000 tonnes CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 969,000 tonnes CO2e. The majority of their emissions, approximately 24.8 million tonnes CO2e, fell under Scope 3, which includes emissions from the supply chain and product use. In previous years, Dollar Tree's emissions were as follows: in 2022, total emissions were about 18 million tonnes CO2e; in 2021, they reported around 6.4 million tonnes CO2e; and in 2020, emissions were approximately 6.9 million tonnes CO2e. Notably, the company has seen fluctuations in its Scope 1 and 2 emissions, with a peak in 2022 at about 422,000 tonnes CO2e for Scope 1 and around 956,000 tonnes CO2e for Scope 2. Dollar Tree has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of recognised frameworks like the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Their CDP scores have varied, with recent assessments indicating a score of "C" for 2022 and 2023, suggesting a moderate level of transparency and action on climate-related issues. The company continues to face challenges in managing its extensive Scope 3 emissions, which represent a significant portion of its overall carbon footprint.
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Add to project2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 239,704,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,119,351,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 5,486,397,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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