Public Profile

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

How does Varner'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.

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Varner's score of 28 is higher than 85% 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, and approximately 261,439,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's emissions have fluctuated over recent years, with a notable increase to about 420,109,000 kg CO2e in 2022, before decreasing in 2023. Varner has committed to near-term climate targets, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. The company is actively engaged in sustainability initiatives and has been recognised for its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. However, it has not yet committed to a net-zero target. Overall, Varner's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of its Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of its total emissions, underscoring the importance of addressing supply chain and downstream activities in its climate strategy.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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00,000,000
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00,000,000
Scope 3
312,475,000
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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 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. 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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