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Vera Bradley, Inc.

Vera Bradley, Inc., a renowned American lifestyle brand, is headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and operates primarily across the United States. Founded in 1982, the company has established itself in the fashion accessories industry, specialising in distinctive handbags, luggage, and home décor. Known for its vibrant patterns and quality craftsmanship, Vera Bradley's products stand out in a crowded market, appealing to consumers seeking both style and functionality. Over the years, Vera Bradley has achieved significant milestones, including a successful public offering and expansion into international markets. The brand's commitment to innovation and sustainability has solidified its position as a leader in the accessories sector, making it a favourite among fashion-conscious individuals. With a focus on unique designs and customer-centric service, Vera Bradley continues to thrive in the competitive landscape of lifestyle brands.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Vera Bradley, Inc.'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 Leather Products 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.

5

Industry Benchmark

Vera Bradley, Inc.'s score of 31 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Vera Bradley, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Vera Bradley, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,679,400 kg CO2e across all scopes. This figure includes emissions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3, each contributing equally to the total. Specifically, the company disclosed emissions of 3,679,400 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 3,679,400 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 3,679,400 kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2019, the company’s Scope 3 emissions were broken down into specific categories, with notable contributions from purchased goods and services (59,000 kg CO2e), business travel (7,000 kg CO2e), employee commute (7,000 kg CO2e), and capital goods (7,000 kg CO2e). Despite the significant emissions reported, Vera Bradley has not established specific reduction targets or climate pledges as part of their sustainability initiatives. The absence of documented reduction strategies indicates a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. As the company continues to navigate its environmental impact, further transparency and action may be necessary to align with industry standards for climate responsibility.

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20192023
Scope 1
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0,000,000
Scope 2
-
0,000,000
Scope 3
80,000
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Vera Bradley, Inc.'s primary industry is Leather and leather products (19), 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. Vera Bradley, Inc. 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.

Vera Bradley, Inc. 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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