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Gap Inc., a prominent player in the retail trade services sector, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America and internationally. Founded in 1969, the company has established itself as a leader in casual apparel, offering a diverse range of clothing, accessories, and personal care products through its well-known brands, including Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, and Athleta.
With a commitment to quality and style, Gap Inc. distinguishes itself through its focus on sustainable practices and inclusive sizing. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its global footprint and embracing digital transformation to enhance customer experience. As a key competitor in the retail industry, Gap Inc. continues to innovate while maintaining a strong market position, making it a trusted name for consumers seeking fashionable and affordable apparel.
+51 vs industry average
Gap’s score of 87 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Gap's most recent reported Scope 1 emissions were 44,847,000 kg CO2e in 2025, with Scope 2 (market-based) emissions at 70,902,000 kg CO2e. Their Scope 3 emissions in the same year included 3,794,153,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, and 994,456,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products.
Gap is committed to significant emissions reductions, with Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) approved targets. They aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 90% and Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services by 32.5% by FY2030, all from a FY2017 base year. Additionally, Gap intends to increase annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 1% in FY2017 to 100% by FY2030 for its owned and operated facilities globally. Looking further ahead, Gap is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2050. This long-term commitment also includes maintaining at least 90% absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions reductions from FY2030 through FY2050, and reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by FY2050 from the FY2017 base year.
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90% reduction in Scope 2
Gap Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by FY2030 from a FY2017 base year.
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90% reduction in Scope 1
Gap Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90% by FY2030 from a FY2017 base year.
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32.5% reduction in scope 3 downstream
Gap Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services 32.5% by FY2030 from a FY2017 base year.
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