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Target
Target Corporation, commonly known as Target, is a leading American retail giant headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Founded in 1902, Target has evolved into a prominent player in the retail industry, operating over 1,900 stores across the United States. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products, including apparel, home goods, electronics, and groceries, all offered at competitive prices. Target distinguishes itself through its commitment to quality and design, often collaborating with renowned brands to provide exclusive merchandise. With a strong focus on customer experience and sustainability, Target has garnered a loyal customer base and achieved significant market presence. Notable milestones include the introduction of its private label brands and a robust online shopping platform, positioning Target as a forward-thinking leader in the retail sector.
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Target's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Target Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 86,745,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 640,447,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a staggering 58,880,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their climate impact, with significant emissions stemming from their supply chain and product use. Target has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% absolute reduction in operations emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2030, using 2017 as the baseline year. This target is echoed across multiple reports, including their 2023 CDP Climate Response and 2024 Sustainability and Governance Report. Additionally, they aim for a 32.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, which encompass their supply chain, by the same year. The company has also committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2040, demonstrating a long-term vision for sustainability. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which underscores their commitment to reducing emissions in line with climate science. Overall, Target's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, with a focus on both operational efficiency and supply chain sustainability.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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