Public Profile

Target

Target Corporation, commonly referred to as Target, is a leading American retail giant headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota (EG). Founded in 1902, Target has evolved into a prominent player in the retail industry, known for its wide range of products and services, including clothing, electronics, home goods, and groceries. With a strong presence across the United States, Target operates over 1,900 stores, offering a unique shopping experience that combines quality and affordability. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and community engagement, achieving notable milestones in corporate responsibility. Target's innovative approach to retail, including its exclusive brands and digital shopping solutions, has solidified its market position as a go-to destination for consumers seeking value and convenience.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Target'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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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.

6

Industry Benchmark

Target's score of 10 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Target's reported carbon emissions

Target, headquartered in EG, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. However, the company is committed to addressing climate change through various initiatives. While no absolute emissions figures are available, Target has been actively working on sustainability efforts aimed at reducing its overall environmental impact. The absence of detailed emissions data highlights the need for transparency in corporate climate commitments. As the retail industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, Target's future climate strategies will likely align with industry standards and expectations for emissions reduction.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Target's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium 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. Target is headquartered in EG, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

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.

Target is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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