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 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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Warby Parker's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Warby Parker reported total carbon emissions of approximately 57,863,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 961,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 2,696,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 54,206,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's emissions have increased from 49,160,000 kg CO2e in 2022, where all emissions were attributed to Scope 3, indicating a shift in their reporting or operational changes. Warby Parker has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they are actively monitoring and reporting their emissions across all three scopes, which is a crucial step in understanding and managing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests that while they are aware of their emissions, they may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 46,826,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 46,826,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 46,826,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Warby Parker is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
