- Lack of consistent, comparable product use emissions data
- Shifting regulatory and raw material traceability requirements
- High GHG emitting fibers like wool
Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 61.7K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) + 2285513 tCO2e/year (Scope 3). By scope: Scope 1: 20.9K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 40.8K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 2.3M 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
61.7K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) + 2285513 tCO2e/year (Scope 3)
2023
Renewable Energy
29%
of total energy
Waste
92.6K tons/year
2023
Energy Use
896.7K GJ/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| 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). | 20.9K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 40.8K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 2.3M 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 | 61.7K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) + 2285513 tCO2e/year (Scope 3) |
| 2021 | 85.8K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Increased landfill diversion rate from 51% to 55%
- Reached 40% Scope 3 emissions reductions compared to the 2019 baseline
- Maintained 100% responsibly sourced cotton
- Maintained 57% responsibly sourced wood
- Launched GreenRow, a new brand focused on sustainability
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Carbon neutral in Williams-Sonoma, Inc. operations (Scopes 1 & 2) by 2025
- 75% of waste diverted from landfills by 2025
- Additional $10M paid in Fair Trade Premiums by 2025
- $50M invested in Nest Certified Ethically Handcrafted products by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- 50% absolute reduction Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2030 (2019 baseline)
- 14% absolute reduction Scope 3 emissions by 2030 (2019 baseline)
- 75% of product purchases from suppliers who offer worker wellbeing programs by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- 75% of products represent one or more of our social or environmental initiatives by 2030
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeWorker WellbeingResponsible SourcingDiversity, Equity & InclusionProduct Quality & Safety