Torrid LLC, a leading retailer in the plus-size fashion industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2001, Torrid has established itself as a prominent brand catering to women sizes 10 to 30, offering a diverse range of stylish apparel, lingerie, and accessories. With a focus on empowering curvy women, Torrid's unique designs blend contemporary trends with comfort, ensuring that every piece celebrates individuality. Operating primarily in North America, Torrid has achieved significant milestones, including a successful IPO in 2015, which underscored its strong market position. The brand is renowned for its commitment to inclusivity and body positivity, making it a favourite among consumers seeking fashionable options that fit well. With a robust online presence and numerous retail locations, Torrid continues to redefine plus-size fashion, setting industry standards and inspiring confidence in women everywhere.
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Torrid LLC's score of 42 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Torrid LLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 181,408,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 2,907,000 kg CO2e, which comprise mobile combustion (357,000 kg CO2e), fugitive emissions (1,106,000 kg CO2e), and stationary combustion (1,444,000 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions, primarily from purchased electricity, totalled around 15,995,000 kg CO2e. Notably, Scope 3 emissions accounted for the largest share, reaching approximately 162,891,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (118,152,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (17,323,000 kg CO2e). Torrid has initiated a comprehensive carbon footprint assessment, which began in 2023 and aims to cover all relevant emissions scopes by 2025. This assessment is a collaborative effort involving their finance, distribution, and facilities teams, establishing a robust framework for tracking carbon-generating activities. The data collected will inform their strategies for setting reduction targets across the company. While specific reduction targets have not been disclosed, the company is committed to reducing its carbon emissions as part of its near-term climate strategy. This commitment is reflected in their ongoing efforts to measure and manage emissions effectively, particularly in Scope 1 and 2, with plans to expand these efforts to include Scope 3 emissions. Torrid's emissions data is sourced from Torrid Holdings Inc., and there is no indication of data cascading from a parent or related organisation. The company is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its overall carbon footprint.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,913,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 16,471,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 |
The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 73% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Torrid 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.

