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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.

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25

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.

24

Industry Benchmark

UNIFIRST's score of 25 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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UNIFIRST's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, UniFirst reported total carbon emissions of approximately 250,106,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 41,284,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were approximately 206,622,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were about 36,621,000 kg CO2e. UniFirst has set long-term climate commitments aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. These commitments include substantial investments in renewable energy sources, particularly onshore wind and solar, to reduce both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company is focused on aligning its operations with the goals of the Paris Agreement, which necessitates a drastic reduction in fossil fuel emissions. As of now, there is no disclosed data on Scope 3 emissions, indicating a potential area for future reporting and improvement. Overall, UniFirst's climate strategy reflects a proactive approach to sustainability and carbon footprint reduction in the textile and uniform services industry.

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206,622,000
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Scope 2
36,621,000
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Scope 3
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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 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. This request for UNIFIRST is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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UNIFIRST 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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