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Retail Trade Services
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Kay Jewelers, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Kay Jewelers, Inc., a prominent name in the jewellery industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1916, the company has established itself as a leader in fine jewellery, offering a diverse range of products including engagement rings, wedding bands, and fashion jewellery. Kay Jewelers is renowned for its commitment to quality and craftsmanship, featuring unique designs that cater to various tastes and occasions. The brand's dedication to customer service and its extensive selection of exclusive collections have solidified its market position as a trusted retailer. With a rich history and numerous milestones, Kay Jewelers continues to be a go-to destination for those seeking timeless elegance and exceptional value in jewellery.

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How does Kay Jewelers, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

58

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade 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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Kay Jewelers, Inc.'s score of 58 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kay Jewelers, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Signet Jewelers Limited

Kay Jewelers, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Signet Jewelers Limited, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its corporate family, Kay Jewelers inherits emissions data and sustainability initiatives from Signet Jewelers Limited. However, no specific reduction targets or climate pledges have been documented for Kay Jewelers, indicating a potential area for development in their environmental strategy. While Kay Jewelers has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets or reduction initiatives, the broader context of the jewellery industry highlights a growing emphasis on sustainability and carbon footprint reduction. This trend suggests that Kay Jewelers may align with industry standards in the future, particularly as consumer demand for environmentally responsible practices increases. In summary, while Kay Jewelers, Inc. currently lacks detailed emissions data and specific climate commitments, its affiliation with Signet Jewelers Limited positions it within a framework that may evolve towards more robust sustainability practices.

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5,156,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Kay Jewelers, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kay Jewelers, Inc.'s primary industry is Retail Trade Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Kay Jewelers, Inc.'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 Kay Jewelers, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Kay Jewelers, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Kay Jewelers, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 16% last year and increased by approximately 190% since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 21% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 80% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

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Fuel and Energy Related Activities
80%
Waste Generated in Operations
20%

Kay Jewelers, Inc.'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.

Kay Jewelers, Inc. 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.

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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