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updated 3 months ago

Vera Bradley, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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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.

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28

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.

16

Industry Benchmark

Vera Bradley, Inc.'s score of 28 is higher than 62% 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 2,439,400 kg CO2e. This figure includes 27,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 4,836,380 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 3,679,400 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, specifically related to purchased goods and services. The combined total of Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions stands at about 6,122,000 kg CO2e. Vera Bradley has set a long-term commitment to achieve Net Zero carbon and methane emissions by 2050, starting from 2023. This ambitious target encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting the company's dedication to addressing climate change comprehensively. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that Vera Bradley, Inc. independently reports its carbon footprint and climate commitments.

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20052023
Scope 1
57,400,000,000
00,000,000,000
Scope 2
-
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
0,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Vera Bradley, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Vera Bradley, Inc.'s primary industry is Leather Products, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Vera Bradley, Inc.'s Location?

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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 Vera Bradley, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Vera Bradley, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Purchased Goods and Services" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
100%

Vera Bradley, Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Vera Bradley, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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