Dollar Tree Sustainability Profile
Dollar Tree, officially known as Dollar Tree, Inc., is a leading discount variety store chain headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1986, the company has established a significant presence across North America, with thousands of locations primarily in the eastern and southern regions. Operating within the retail industry, Dollar Tree is renowned for its unique business model, offering a wide range of products, all priced at one dollar or less. The store's core offerings include household items, party supplies, and seasonal goods, making it a go-to destination for budget-conscious shoppers. Dollar Tree's commitment to value and variety has solidified its market position, earning it recognition as a pioneer in the dollar store segment. With a focus on affordability and accessibility, Dollar Tree continues to thrive, adapting to consumer needs while maintaining its distinctive pricing strategy.
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Dollar Tree's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Dollar Tree reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 377,599,000 kg CO2e in the US and about 3,088,000 kg CO2e in Canada. The company's Scope 2 emissions were approximately 965,709,000 kg CO2e in the US and about 2,875,000 kg CO2e in Canada. Globally, Dollar Tree's total emissions included Scope 1 emissions of about 380,687,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 968,584,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 24,834,046,000 kg CO2e. Dollar Tree has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 25% per square foot across its retail stores, distribution centres, and Store Support Centre by 2031. This target reflects a long-term strategy initiated in 2022, demonstrating the company's commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint. The emissions data is sourced directly from Dollar Tree, Inc., with no cascaded data from a parent organisation. The company continues to focus on enhancing its environmental performance while addressing the challenges of climate change within the retail sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 239,704,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,119,351,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 5,486,397,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Dollar Tree's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Dollar Tree's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and increased by approximately 353% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 51% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Dollar Tree'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.
Dollar Tree 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.
