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La-Z-Boy Sustainability Profile

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La-Z-Boy Incorporated, commonly known as La-Z-Boy, is a leading American furniture manufacturer headquartered in Monroe, Michigan. Established in 1927, the company has become synonymous with comfort and innovation in the furniture industry, particularly in the realm of recliners and upholstered seating. La-Z-Boy operates primarily in the United States, with a significant presence in Canada and various international markets. The brand is renowned for its signature recliners, sofas, and home furnishings, which are distinguished by their quality craftsmanship and ergonomic designs. With a legacy spanning nearly a century, La-Z-Boy has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of the first reclining chair. Today, it holds a prominent market position, celebrated for its commitment to comfort and style, making it a preferred choice for consumers seeking both functionality and aesthetic appeal in their home décor.

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66

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing 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.

27

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La-Z-Boy's score of 66 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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La-Z-Boy's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, La-Z-Boy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 566,697,440 kg CO2e. This figure includes 44,471,090 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 34,824,630 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. Notably, Scope 3 emissions accounted for a significant 487,401,720 kg CO2e, reflecting the broader impact of the company's supply chain and product lifecycle. La-Z-Boy has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 61.8% by FY2032, using FY2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 51% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. In previous years, La-Z-Boy's emissions were also substantial, with 2024 emissions reported at 44,081,100 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 35,466,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 75,514,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2023, the company recorded 39,430,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1, 35,932,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2, and a staggering 902,325,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions. The trend indicates a growing awareness and response to climate impact, with La-Z-Boy actively working towards significant reductions in its carbon footprint. Overall, La-Z-Boy's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, aiming for substantial reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2032.

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2022202320242025
Scope 1
30,183,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
33,543,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
637,598,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is La-Z-Boy's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. La-Z-Boy's primary industry is Furniture Manufacturing, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is La-Z-Boy'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 La-Z-Boy is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

La-Z-Boy's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

La-Z-Boy's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 545% last year and decreased by approximately 24% 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 37% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2025
Purchased Goods and Services
37%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
22%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
10%
Capital Goods
8%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
7%
Upstream Leased Assets
4%
Employee Commuting
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Use of Sold Products
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%

La-Z-Boy'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.

La-Z-Boy has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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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