- Supply chain disruptions
- Water stress in certain regions
- Climate change impacts on operations and supply chain
Target Corporation
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-01-29 to 2024-02-03 reporting, Target Corporation disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 858.7M tCO2e/year (Scope 3). By scope: Scope 1: 818.1K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 772.4K tCO2e/year (market-based); Scope 3: 858.7M tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
858.7M tCO2e/year (Scope 3)
2023-01-29 to 2024-02-03
Renewable Energy
33%
of total energy
Water Usage
10.8K ML/year
2023-01-29 to 2024-02-03
Waste
1.5M tons/year
2023-01-29 to 2024-02-03
Energy Use
21.4M GJ/year
2023-01-29 to 2024-02-03
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-01-29 to 2024-02-03)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 818.1K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 772.4K tCO2e/year (market-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 858.7M tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023-01-29 to 2024-02-03 | 858.7M tCO2e/year (Scope 3) |
| 2022 | 67.2M tCO2e/year (Scope 3) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emissions from own operations (scope 1 and 2) by 38% from 2017.
- Achieved 2025 interim milestone to source 60% of electricity from renewable sources for operations three years early.
- Diverted 60% of construction waste and 85% of operational waste from landfill in 2023.
- 97% of palm oil sourced for owned brand products was RSPO certified.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- By 2025, 100% of owned brand suppliers will pay workers digitally.
- By 2025, reduce operational food waste by 50% from a 2017 baseline.
- By 2025, source 60% of electricity from renewable sources.
- By 2025, remove intentionally added PFAS from owned brand products.
📅 Medium-term
- By 2030, source 100% of electricity from renewable sources.
- By 2030, achieve 32.5% absolute reduction in supply chain emissions.
- By 2030, achieve zero waste to landfill in U.S. operations.
- By 2030, have leading raw materials be 100% recycled, regenerative, or sustainably sourced.
🔭 Long-term
- By 2040, achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
ClimateHuman Capital ManagementCompensation, Benefits and Well-beingWorkplace Health and SafetyTalent and DevelopmentDiversity, Equity and InclusionServing and Strengthening CommunitiesCommunity ImpactAccess to Products and ServicesEthical BusinessGreenhouse Gas EmissionsPublic Policy and Civic EngagementData Privacy and CybersecurityProduct Safety and QualityClimate-Related Risks and OpportunitiesCircularityProduct and Packaging DesignResponsible Supply ChainsWaste Elimination and ReductionSourcing and Manufacturing PracticesHuman RightsAnimal WelfareResource UseEnvironmental Impacts of Products