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Jcrew Sustainability Profile

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J.Crew Group, Inc., commonly known as J.Crew, is a prominent American retailer headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1983, the company has established itself as a leader in the apparel industry, offering a diverse range of clothing, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children. With a focus on timeless style and quality craftsmanship, J.Crew is renowned for its preppy aesthetic and innovative designs. Operating primarily in North America, J.Crew has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its popular J.Crew Factory and Madewell brands. The company is celebrated for its unique blend of classic and contemporary styles, catering to a discerning clientele. J.Crew's commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing further enhances its market position, making it a notable player in the competitive fashion landscape.

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60

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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Jcrew's score of 60 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

76%

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Jcrew's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, J.Crew Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 587.2 million kg CO2e, comprising 4,559,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 5,416,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 577,252,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, with a target to achieve at least a 45% reduction in net CO2 emissions by 2030 compared to 2020 levels. The company has set ambitious goals for its emissions reduction strategy, aiming for an 85% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030 from a 2019 base year, alongside a commitment to source 100% renewable electricity by the same year. Additionally, J.Crew Group is targeting a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and demonstrate J.Crew's proactive approach to addressing climate change within the retail sector. The emissions data is cascaded from J.Crew Group, LLC, reflecting their corporate family structure.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
2,722,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
28,074,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
-
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Jcrew's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Jcrew's primary industry is Retail Trade Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Jcrew's Location?

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Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Jcrew is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Jcrew's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Jcrew's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 5% last year and increased by approximately 5% since 2023, 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 77% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
77%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
6%
Capital Goods
6%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
4%
Employee Commuting
3%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
2%
Business Travel
1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Jcrew'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.

Jcrew has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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