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Nordstrom, Inc., widely recognised as Nordstrom, is a distinguished American luxury fashion retailer with its headquarters based in the US. Established in 1901 as a shoe store, it has evolved into a key player within the broader retail trade services industry, operating across North America.
The company specialises in high-end apparel, footwear, accessories, and beauty products, offering a meticulously curated selection from both renowned and emerging designers. Nordstrom's unique value proposition lies in its unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service and delivering a premium, seamless shopping experience.
This leading fashion retailer maintains a robust market position through its extensive network of department stores, Nordstrom Rack outlets, and a sophisticated e-commerce platform. Nordstrom continues to set benchmarks for quality and fashion expertise, catering to a discerning global clientele.
34
DitchCarbon score
-2 vs industry average
Nordstrom’s score of 34 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.181
20182025
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
2020202120222023202420252026
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Nordstrom's reported carbon emissions
Nordstrom reported Scope 1 emissions of 22,716,230 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of 184,472,000 kg CO2e, and various Scope 3 emissions for 2023. Key Scope 3 categories included purchased goods and services at 3,014,457,000 kg CO2e, and upstream transportation and distribution at 102,873,000 kg CO2e.
Nordstrom, Inc. has set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by FY2030, from a FY2021 base year. The company also commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution by 42% within the same timeframe. These targets are consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, Nordstrom aims to establish a science-based target to help reduce Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2025.
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Nordstrom’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
Nordstrom, Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42% by FY2030 from a FY2021 base year. Nordstrom, Inc. also commits t…
Behind target42%
2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
Nordstrom, Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42% by FY2030 from a FY2021 base year. Nordstrom, Inc. also commits t…
Behind target42%
2030
42% reduction in scope 3 total
Nordstrom, Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42% by FY2030 from a FY2021 base year. Nordstrom, Inc. also commits t…
Insufficient data42%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
FY2030 targetSee details
Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
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Not active
The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Nordstrom10 months ago
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