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Retail Trade Services
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updated 2 months ago

Payless Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Payless Inc., a prominent player in the footwear retail industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1956, the company has established itself as a go-to destination for affordable and stylish shoes, catering to a diverse customer base across various operational regions, including North America and beyond. Specialising in a wide range of footwear, from casual to formal styles, Payless is known for its commitment to quality and value, making it a unique choice for budget-conscious shoppers. Over the years, the brand has achieved significant milestones, including a strong market presence and a reputation for delivering fashionable options at competitive prices. With a focus on accessibility and customer satisfaction, Payless Inc. continues to be a trusted name in the footwear industry.

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How does Payless Inc.'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.

23

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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Payless Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Payless Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Payless Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as there are no available figures for emissions in kg CO2e. Additionally, the company has not established any documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As a result, there is no information on their scope of emissions (Scope 1, 2, or 3) or any significant achievements in reducing carbon emissions. Without specific data or commitments, it is unclear how Payless Inc. is addressing climate change within the footwear retail industry.

How Carbon Intensive is Payless Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Payless Inc.'s primary industry is Retail Trade Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Payless Inc.'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 Payless Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Payless Inc.'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.

Payless Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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
Reduction Actions

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