Thredup
ThredUp, officially known as ThredUp Inc., is a leading online consignment and thrift store headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2009, the company has revolutionised the second-hand clothing industry by providing a platform for consumers to buy and sell high-quality, pre-owned apparel. With a strong operational presence across major US regions, ThredUp focuses on women's and children's fashion, offering a vast selection of gently used items that promote sustainable shopping. The company stands out for its unique model that combines convenience with eco-consciousness, allowing users to declutter their wardrobes while contributing to a circular economy. Notable achievements include being one of the largest online thrift stores in the US, with millions of items listed and a commitment to reducing textile waste. ThredUp continues to lead the way in the resale market, making it a go-to destination for savvy shoppers seeking quality and sustainability.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Thredup's score of 15 is lower than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Thredup's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Thredup reported total carbon emissions of approximately 129,541,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 759,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,682,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 126,782,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This marked a reduction in Scope 3 emissions from about 151,558,000 kg CO2e in 2020, indicating a positive trend in their climate impact. Thredup has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company continues to focus on sustainability within the second-hand clothing industry, which inherently promotes lower carbon emissions through the circular economy model. As of 2022, emissions data is not available, suggesting ongoing efforts to enhance their reporting and transparency in climate commitments. Overall, Thredup's emissions profile reflects the challenges and opportunities within the fashion sector, particularly in addressing Scope 3 emissions, which are often the most significant for retail companies.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 691,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,693,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 151,558,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Thredup is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
