Shaw Industries Group
Shaw Industries Group, Inc., commonly known as Shaw, is a leading player in the flooring industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1946, Shaw has established itself as a pioneer in carpet manufacturing and flooring solutions, with significant operations across North America and beyond. The company offers a diverse range of products, including carpets, hardwood, laminate, and luxury vinyl tile, distinguished by their innovative designs and sustainable practices. Shaw's commitment to quality and environmental stewardship has earned it a prominent market position, making it one of the largest flooring manufacturers globally. Notable achievements include numerous awards for product excellence and sustainability initiatives, reflecting its dedication to both performance and responsible manufacturing. With a focus on enhancing spaces through superior flooring solutions, Shaw Industries continues to set industry standards while meeting the evolving needs of consumers and businesses alike.
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Shaw Industries Group's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Shaw Industries Group reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 3,710 kg CO2e, comprising 300 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 290 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 3,120 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, with a notable achievement of a 64% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared to their 2010 baseline, reaching 0.3 million metric tons CO2e and 0.29 million metric tons CO2e respectively. Shaw Industries has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero operations by 2030 across all scopes of emissions. This includes a target established in 2012 to reduce greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 40% by 2030, which they achieved nearly a decade ahead of schedule in 2021. The company has also reported a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from their 2010 baseline by 2018, demonstrating a consistent trajectory towards sustainability. The emissions data is cascaded from Shaw Industries Group, Inc., which is a current subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. This corporate relationship underscores the company's alignment with broader sustainability initiatives within its parent organisation.
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| 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 640,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,570,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000 |
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Shaw Industries Group 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.
