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 score of 49 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Joann's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Joann reported total carbon emissions of approximately 678,598,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 22,522,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, which encompasses direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 74,541,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, related to purchased electricity. The company’s Scope 3 emissions, which account for the majority of their carbon footprint, totalled about 678,598,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the significant impact of their supply chain and product lifecycle. In 2022, Joann's emissions were slightly higher, with total emissions of about 760,603,000 kg CO2e, comprising 22,389,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 78,526,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This indicates a reduction in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. For 2024, Joann aims to further decrease its emissions, reporting projected Scope 1 emissions of approximately 20,742,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 69,766,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 568,417,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Joann has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, such as those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of defined reduction targets suggests that while Joann is tracking its emissions, it may need to enhance its climate commitments to align with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 22,389,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 78,526,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 760,603,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Joann is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
