Dollar Tree, officially known as Dollar Tree, Inc., is a prominent player in the retail trade services sector, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1986, the company has established itself as a leader in the discount retail market, offering a wide array of products at the unbeatable price of one dollar. With a significant presence across North America, Dollar Tree operates thousands of stores, primarily in the United States and Canada.
Specialising in household goods, party supplies, and seasonal items, Dollar Tree distinguishes itself through its commitment to value and variety. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the acquisition of Family Dollar in 2015, further solidifying its market position. With a focus on affordability and accessibility, Dollar Tree continues to thrive in the competitive retail landscape, making it a go-to destination for budget-conscious shoppers.
+29 vs industry average
Dollar Tree’s score of 64 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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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
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Dollar Tree's reported carbon emissions
Dollar Tree, a US-based retail trade services company, reported approximately 204.04 million kg CO2e of Scope 1 emissions in 2024. Scope 2 emissions, using the market-based method, were approximately 476.10 million kg CO2e in the same year. The company's Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were approximately 5.88 billion kg CO2e. The total combined emissions for Scope 1, 2, and 3 for 2024 amount to approximately 6.56 billion kg CO2e. For the reporting year 2025, Dollar Tree reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 146.74 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 529.75 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 6.57 billion kg CO2e. This brings their total emissions for 2025 to approximately 7.25 billion kg CO2e. Dollar Tree has established several climate commitments. They aim to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 25% per square foot by 2031, based on a 2022 starting year. Furthermore, the company has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2032, using a 2023 baseline year, aligning with a 1.5-degree Celsius climate scenario. A near-term goal is to have 67% of their suppliers, measured by emissions, set or commit to science-based targets by fiscal year 2029.
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Dollar Tree’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2032
50% reduction in all scopes
Commit to reduce scope 1 and 2 absolute emissions by 50% by FY2032 based on a FY2023 base year (aligned with a 1.5-degree climate scenario)
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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