Joann Sustainability Profile
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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Industry Average
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Joann's score of 32 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Joann's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Joann reported total carbon emissions of approximately 725,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 678,598,000 kg CO2e. This includes emissions from purchased goods and services (approximately 747,902,892 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (about 15,607,754 kg CO2e). Scope 1 emissions were reported at approximately 22,522,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion (about 15,055,000 kg CO2e) and fugitive emissions (approximately 7,223,000 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity totalled around 74,541,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, Joann's total emissions were about 760,603,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in overall emissions in 2023. The company has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, and there are no emissions data cascaded from a parent organisation. Joann's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through its emissions reporting, although further initiatives or targets have not been disclosed.
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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's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Joann's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 11% last year and decreased by approximately 11% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 110% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Joann'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.
Joann 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.
