Ross Dress For Less, a prominent off-price retailer, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across the country. Founded in 1982, the company has established itself as a leader in the discount retail industry, offering a wide range of apparel, footwear, and home goods at competitive prices. With a unique business model that focuses on providing brand-name products at reduced prices, Ross Dress For Less has garnered a loyal customer base. The retailer is known for its treasure-hunt shopping experience, where customers can discover new items each visit. As a key player in the off-price sector, Ross Dress For Less has achieved significant milestones, including a robust expansion strategy that has positioned it among the top discount retailers in the US. Its commitment to value and quality continues to drive its success in the competitive retail landscape.
How does Ross Dress For Less'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.
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Ross Dress For Less's score of 30 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Ross Dress For Less reported a total of approximately 284,246,000 kg CO2e in carbon emissions, with a breakdown of 20,816,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 205,898,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using a 2021 baseline. Additionally, Ross has established a near-term target to decrease its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions per square foot by 30% by 2025, compared to a 2017 baseline. The emissions data for 2022 indicated a total of approximately 325,348,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 23,175,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 242,511,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to improving operational efficiency and reducing environmental impact. Ross Dress For Less has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. The company’s climate initiatives are aligned with industry standards, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability and carbon footprint reduction.
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| 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 18,310,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 258,826,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 80,068,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Ross Dress For Less 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.
