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Retail Trade Services
GB
updated 2 months ago

N Brown

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N Brown Group plc, commonly known as N Brown, is a prominent British retailer headquartered in Manchester, GB. Founded in 1859, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a leader in the online fashion and home shopping industry. N Brown primarily operates in the plus-size clothing sector, catering to a diverse customer base with brands such as JD Williams, Simply Be, and Jacamo. With a strong focus on inclusivity and customer-centric services, N Brown offers a unique range of products that include clothing, footwear, and homeware. The company has achieved notable milestones, including a successful transition to digital retail, positioning itself as a key player in the e-commerce landscape. N Brown's commitment to quality and style has solidified its reputation, making it a trusted name in the UK retail market.

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92

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.

28

Industry Benchmark

N Brown's score of 92 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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N Brown's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, N Brown Group Plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,986,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 1,662,600 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,323,400 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, which reached about 223,191,800 kg CO2e, highlighting the extensive impact of their supply chain and product use. N Brown has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2031, using FY2022 as the baseline. Additionally, they plan to achieve 100% renewable electricity sourcing by FY2030. The company also targets a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by FY2031. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect their commitment to the UK Government’s net zero target for 2050, with a specific goal of achieving net zero by 2040. N Brown's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that their reported figures and commitments are independently sourced. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate action within the retail sector.

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201820192021202220232024
Scope 1
1,804,800
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
6,455,700
0,000,000
-
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
3,365,800
0,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. N Brown's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 N Brown is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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