Nordstrom, Inc., a leading American fashion retailer, is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1901, the company has evolved from a small shoe store into a prominent player in the retail industry, with a strong presence across the United States and Canada. Nordstrom is renowned for its exceptional customer service and a diverse range of products, including high-end clothing, footwear, accessories, and beauty products.
The retailer operates both Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack stores, catering to various customer segments with a unique blend of luxury and value. Notable achievements include its commitment to sustainability and innovation in the shopping experience, positioning Nordstrom as a trusted name in the competitive fashion landscape. With a focus on quality and style, Nordstrom continues to set trends while maintaining a loyal customer base.
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Nordstrom’s score of 35 is higher than 60% 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
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Nordstrom's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nordstrom, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2.4 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions totalled about 22.7 million kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 184.5 million kg CO2e (market-based). The majority of their emissions stem from Scope 3, which accounted for about 2.2 billion kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services, employee commuting, and upstream transportation and distribution. Nordstrom has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by FY2030, using FY2021 as the base year. Additionally, they plan to achieve the same percentage reduction for Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a commitment to sustainable practices in the retail sector. The company is also focused on enhancing the sustainability of its product offerings, with a goal that by 2025, 15% of its digital assortment will consist of more sustainable products. This initiative is part of their broader strategy to address climate change and reduce their overall environmental impact.
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Nordstrom’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2025
One of our 2025 goals is to establish a science-based target…
One of our 2025 goals is to establish a science-based target to help us reduce Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2023
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