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 is renowned for its innovative Home Try-On programme, allowing customers to test frames before purchase. The brand has made significant strides in the eyewear industry, achieving a notable market position by prioritising social responsibility, including initiatives to donate a pair of glasses for every pair sold. With a commitment to quality and design, Warby Parker continues to redefine the eyewear shopping experience.
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Industry Intensity
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Warby Parker's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Warby Parker reported total carbon emissions of approximately 62.2 million kg CO2e, comprising 771,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 5.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 56.1 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing their environmental impact, as they have been carbon-neutral for their operational emissions (Scope 1 and Scope 2) since their founding, with this status continuing through 2024. In 2024, the company recorded total emissions of about 53.3 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 409,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 3.0 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 49.8 million kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of approximately 57.9 million kg CO2e, including 961,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 54.2 million kg CO2e from Scope 3. Warby Parker's climate commitments include achieving carbon neutrality for their operational emissions, which encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, by 2024. This initiative underscores their dedication to sustainability and reducing their carbon footprint in the eyewear industry.
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Warby Parker’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2024
We take our impact on the planet seriously and are proud to…
We take our impact on the planet seriously and are proud to be carbon-neutral for our operational emissions since our founding.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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