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Warby Parker

Warby Parker, a leading eyewear retailer based in the United States, was founded in 2010 with a mission to offer stylish, affordable glasses. Headquartered in New York City, the company operates across major regions in North America, providing a seamless shopping experience both online and in physical stores. Specialising in prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses, Warby Parker distinguishes itself through its innovative Home Try-On programme, allowing customers to test frames before purchase. The brand has garnered attention for its commitment to social responsibility, pledging to donate a pair of glasses for every pair sold. With a strong market position, Warby Parker has achieved significant milestones, including its direct-to-consumer model that has reshaped the eyewear industry. The company continues to be recognised for its design excellence and customer-centric approach, making it a prominent player in the optical market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Warby Parker'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.

38

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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Warby Parker's score of 38 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Warby Parker's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Warby Parker reported total carbon emissions of approximately 57,863 tonnes CO2e. This figure includes 961 tonnes CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 2,696 tonnes CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 54,206 tonnes CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass areas such as purchased goods and services. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 49,160 tonnes CO2e, with all emissions attributed to Scope 1, 2, and 3. The previous year, 2021, saw total emissions of approximately 46,826 tonnes CO2e, indicating a trend of increasing emissions over the years. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments, Warby Parker's emissions data reflects their ongoing efforts to monitor and report on their carbon footprint. The company operates within the eyewear industry, which is increasingly focusing on sustainability and reducing environmental impact.

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Scope 1
46,826,000
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Scope 2
46,826,000
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0,000,000
Scope 3
46,826,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Warby Parker'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. Warby Parker is headquartered in US, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium 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.

Warby Parker 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.

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CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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