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Retail Trade Services
US
updated 5 months ago

Room & Board

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Room & Board, a prominent American furniture retailer, is headquartered in the United States and operates across major regions, including the Midwest and West Coast. Founded in 1980, the company has established itself in the home furnishings industry, specialising in modern, American-made furniture and home décor. With a commitment to sustainability and craftsmanship, Room & Board offers a diverse range of products, including sofas, dining tables, and bedroom furniture, all designed to blend functionality with timeless aesthetics. Their unique approach to customisation and use of high-quality materials sets them apart in a competitive market. Recognised for their exceptional customer service and innovative designs, Room & Board continues to be a leader in the furniture sector, appealing to consumers seeking both style and sustainability in their home environments.

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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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Room & Board's score of 23 is lower than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Room & Board's reported carbon emissions

Room & Board, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it report specific reduction targets or initiatives. The company has not disclosed any commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As such, there are no specific figures or metrics to highlight regarding their carbon footprint or climate action strategies. In the absence of concrete emissions data or reduction commitments, it is important to note that many companies in the furniture industry are increasingly focusing on sustainability and reducing their environmental impact. Room & Board may be engaging in similar practices, but without specific information, it is difficult to assess their current standing in terms of carbon emissions and climate commitments.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Room & Board'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 Room & Board is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Room & Board is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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