Kohls
Kohl's Corporation, commonly known as Kohl's, is a prominent American retail chain headquartered in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. Founded in 1962, Kohl's has established itself as a leader in the department store industry, primarily serving customers across the United States. The company offers a diverse range of products, including apparel, footwear, home goods, and accessories, with a focus on providing quality merchandise at competitive prices. Kohl's is renowned for its unique shopping experience, featuring exclusive brand partnerships and a robust loyalty programme that enhances customer engagement. Over the years, the retailer has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its e-commerce platform and a commitment to sustainability initiatives. With a strong market position, Kohl's continues to adapt to changing consumer preferences, solidifying its reputation as a go-to destination for value-driven shoppers.
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Kohls's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Kohl's Corporation reported significant greenhouse gas emissions, totalling approximately 56759000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 308725000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 in the US. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% by 2031 from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, Kohl's has committed to an overall reduction of 32% across all scopes (including Scope 3) within the same timeframe. Kohl's Scope 3 emissions in 2022 were substantial, with categories such as purchased goods and services contributing approximately 3527884000 kg CO2e, and the use of sold products accounting for about 1035797000 kg CO2e. These figures highlight the extensive impact of their supply chain and product lifecycle on overall emissions. The company's near-term targets, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reflect a commitment to align with climate science, aiming for reductions consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Kohl's has also set a target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, further demonstrating its proactive approach to climate action. Overall, Kohl's is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions, with a clear focus on both operational and supply chain impacts, as part of its broader sustainability strategy.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 39,446,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 767,718,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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