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NO
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Varner

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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.

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45

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.

28

Industry Benchmark

Varner's score of 45 is higher than 67% 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 2024, Varner reported total carbon emissions of approximately 346,646,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for about 317,389,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 29,257,000 kg CO2e. This represents a notable decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 289,197,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at approximately 260,723,000 kg CO2e and Scope 1 and 2 emissions at about 28,474,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Varner's total emissions peaked at approximately 420,109,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at about 396,579,000 kg CO2e and Scope 1 and 2 emissions at around 23,530,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets, aiming for a 50% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 levels as a baseline. This commitment reflects Varner's proactive approach to climate action within the retail sector. Varner's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and the company operates independently in its sustainability initiatives. The latest reports indicate a commitment to transparency and accountability in their emissions reporting and reduction strategies.

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Scope 2
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00,000,000
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Scope 3
312,475,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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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 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. This request for Varner is in NO, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Varner 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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