Joann
Joann Inc., commonly known as Joann, is a leading fabric and craft retailer headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1943, the company has established a strong presence across the nation, with numerous stores primarily located in major metropolitan areas. Joann operates within the retail industry, focusing on providing a wide range of products for sewing, crafting, and home décor. The company is renowned for its extensive selection of fabrics, crafting supplies, and seasonal décor items, catering to both hobbyists and professional crafters. Joann's commitment to quality and customer service has solidified its position as a trusted name in the crafting community. With a rich history and a dedication to innovation, Joann continues to inspire creativity and support makers across the country.
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Joann's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Joann reported total carbon emissions of approximately 725,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across all three scopes. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 22,522,000 kg CO2e, comprising 7,223,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions and 15,055,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Scope 2 emissions, primarily from purchased electricity, totalled around 74,541,000 kg CO2e. The most significant contributor was Scope 3 emissions, which reached approximately 678,598,000 kg CO2e, with notable categories including purchased goods and services (236,240,000 kg CO2e) and employee commute (15,607,754 kg CO2e). In comparison, Joann's 2022 emissions were slightly lower, with total emissions of about 760,603,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 22,389,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity were around 78,526,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were also significant, contributing to the overall total. Despite these substantial emissions figures, Joann has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they cascaded any targets from parent organisations. Their emissions data is independently reported, with no indication of inherited data from a corporate family relationship. Joann's climate commitments remain unspecified, indicating a potential area for future development in their sustainability strategy.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 22,389,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 78,526,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 760,603,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Joann is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
