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Retail Trade Services
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updated a month ago

School Specialty, LLC Sustainability Profile

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School Specialty, LLC, headquartered in the United States, is a leading provider of educational products and services tailored for K-12 schools. Founded in 1959, the company has established itself as a trusted partner in the education sector, offering a diverse range of core products including classroom supplies, furniture, and curriculum resources. With a strong presence across major operational regions in North America, School Specialty is committed to enhancing the learning environment through innovative solutions that cater to the unique needs of educators and students alike. The company’s dedication to quality and customer service has positioned it as a market leader, recognised for its comprehensive offerings that support both academic achievement and social-emotional development in schools.

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How does School Specialty, LLC'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.

25

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.

28

Industry Benchmark

School Specialty, LLC's score of 25 is lower than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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School Specialty, LLC's reported carbon emissions

School Specialty, LLC, headquartered in the US, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of figures in the latest emissions report. Consequently, there are no recorded emissions in terms of Scope 1, 2, or 3. Additionally, the company has not established any documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As there is no available data on emissions or reduction initiatives, it is unclear how School Specialty, LLC is addressing climate change or its carbon footprint. The lack of information suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy or reporting framework.

How Carbon Intensive is School Specialty, LLC's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. School Specialty, LLC'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.

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

School Specialty, LLC'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.

School Specialty, LLC 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
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