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Varner

Varner, officially known as Varner AS, is a prominent player in the retail industry, headquartered in Norway. Established in 1962, the company has evolved into a significant force in the Nordic region, with a strong presence in Sweden, Denmark, and Finland. Varner operates a diverse portfolio of fashion brands, including Dressmann, Cubus, and Bik Bok, catering to a wide range of consumer preferences. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, Varner focuses on delivering high-quality apparel while prioritising ethical practices. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its market reach and enhancing its digital presence. With a reputation for trendsetting and customer-centric approaches, Varner continues to solidify its position as a leader in the competitive fashion retail landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

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28

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade 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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Varner's score of 28 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Varner's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Varner reported total carbon emissions of approximately 286,759,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 25,321,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 emissions, while Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 261,439,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2022, saw a higher total of approximately 420,109,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reduction in emissions. Varner's emissions data from 2021 showed a total of about 348,601,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at approximately 24,998,000 kg CO2e. In 2019, the company reported total emissions of about 336,726,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at approximately 24,251,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at about 312,475,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Varner has not yet committed to a net-zero target. However, they have made a near-term commitment to reduce emissions, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. The company continues to focus on sustainability within the retail sector, operating from its headquarters in Norway.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Varner's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is low 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. Varner is headquartered in NO, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Varner is committed to some 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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