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N Brown

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does N Brown'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.

75

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

N Brown's score of 75 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

100%

N Brown's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, N Brown Group Plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,929,300 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 1,929,300 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,052,300 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by FY2031, using FY2022 as the base year. Additionally, N Brown is committed to achieving 100% renewable electricity sourcing by FY2030 and reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same percentage by FY2031. In 2021, N Brown's emissions were reported at approximately 4,694,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant focus on reducing their carbon footprint. The company’s targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction goals are consistent with the global aim to limit warming to 1.5°C. Overall, N Brown is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions across all scopes, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility in the retail sector.

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2021202220232024
Scope 1
1,591,700
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
2,925,800
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
20,492,300
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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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 low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. N Brown is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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N Brown is committed to some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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