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UNIFIRST

UniFirst Corporation, a leading provider in the uniform and workwear industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America. Founded in 1936, UniFirst has established itself as a trusted name in the rental and sales of uniforms, protective clothing, and facility services, catering to a diverse range of industries. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including uniform rental, laundry services, and facility maintenance products, distinguished by their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. UniFirst's innovative approach and extensive product line have positioned it as a market leader, recognised for its sustainable practices and exceptional service delivery. With a strong focus on enhancing workplace safety and professionalism, UniFirst continues to set benchmarks in the industry, making it a preferred choice for businesses seeking reliable uniform solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does UNIFIRST'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.

31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

UNIFIRST's score of 31 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

81%

UNIFIRST's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, UniFirst reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22,028,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 50,331,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, alongside 30,594,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes of greenhouse gas emissions. In 2022, the company recorded emissions of about 20,662,200 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 36,621,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023 indicates a growing operational footprint, which may be linked to increased revenue, which rose from approximately USD 2 billion in 2022 to about USD 2.23 billion in 2023. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, UniFirst's commitment to transparency in emissions reporting aligns with industry standards. The company has not yet established Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or specific climate pledges, indicating an area for potential future development in their climate strategy. Overall, UniFirst's emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and potential for future commitments to reduce their carbon footprint in line with global climate goals.

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20222023
Scope 1
206,622,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
36,621,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. UNIFIRST's primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. UNIFIRST is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low 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.

UNIFIRST 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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