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updated 23 days ago

J Front Retailing Co Sustainability Profile

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J Front Retailing Co., Ltd., a prominent player in the retail industry, is headquartered in Japan. Established in 2007, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including Tokyo and Osaka, solidifying its presence in the Japanese retail landscape. Specialising in department store management and retail services, J Front Retailing is known for its unique blend of traditional and modern shopping experiences. The company operates several well-known brands, including Daimaru and Matsuzakaya, which offer a diverse range of high-quality products, from fashion to gourmet food. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and innovation, J Front Retailing has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a leader in the retail sector. Its focus on enhancing the shopping experience through unique services and product offerings sets it apart in a competitive market.

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70

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

J Front Retailing Co's score of 70 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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J Front Retailing Co's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, J Front Retailing Co., based in Japan, reported significant carbon emissions across various scopes. The company emitted approximately 13,720,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, 68,730,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions, and a staggering 2,898,650,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions from Scope 1 and 2 combined reached about 82,450,000 kg CO2e. J Front Retailing has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 60% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, compared to a 2017 baseline. This target was raised from a previous goal of 40% in 2021, aligning with their reacquisition of Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) certification with a '1.5°C target'. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 40% within the same timeframe. Looking further ahead, J Front Retailing has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with long-term targets of a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, and a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These targets reflect the company's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in line with global climate goals.

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2017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
16,052,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
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Scope 2
178,102,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
2,927,320,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is J Front Retailing Co's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. J Front Retailing Co's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is J Front Retailing Co's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for J Front Retailing Co is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

J Front Retailing Co's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

J Front Retailing Co's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 320% last year and increased by approximately 296% since 2017, 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 23% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
23%
Use of Sold Products
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

J Front Retailing Co's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

J Front Retailing Co 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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