- Supply chain disruptions due to climate events and macroeconomic changes.
- Climate change impacts on cotton production (drought, extreme heat).
- Evolving consumer preferences and reduced overall consumption.
- Complexity of measuring and verifying Scope 3 emissions.
- Addressing emissions as store fleet increases.
- Shifting regulatory landscape.
- Challenges in sourcing sustainable synthetic fibers.
- Challenges in sourcing sustainable wool that meets quality and cost needs.
- Complexity of scaling regenerative agriculture practices.
- Racial bias in retail.
J.Crew Group, LLC
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022-01-30 to 2023-01-28 reporting, J.Crew Group, LLC disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 555.8K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 2 and 3). By scope: Scope 1: 2.7K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 20.9K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 532.1K 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
555.8K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 2 and 3)
2022-01-30 to 2023-01-28
Waste
2.2K tons/year (89% diverted from landfills)
2022-01-30 to 2023-01-28
Energy Use
52.2K MWh/year
2022-01-30 to 2023-01-28
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022-01-30 to 2023-01-28)
| 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). | 2.7K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 20.9K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 532.1K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 23% compared to 2019 baseline.
- Reduced Scope 3 emissions by 8% compared to 2019 baseline.
- Avoided over 1.6 million pounds of virgin plastic by transitioning to 100% recycled content polybags.
- Collected over 1.6 million garments through trade-in program for resale or recycling.
- Diverted 76 tons of waste from landfills through partnership with Cotton Inc.’s Blue Jeans Go Green.
- Launched first products made with regenerative cotton certified to regenagri® standard and Regenerative Organic Certified®.
- Launched first style with bluesign®-approved denim.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Collect an additional 1 million pairs of denim by end of 2023.
📅 Medium-term
- Source 100% of key fibers sustainably by 2025.
- Achieve 90% Fair Trade Certified™ denim by 2025.
- Source 100% of polyester from sustainable sources by 2025.
- Source 100% of nylon from sustainable sources by 2025.
- Source 100% of man-made cellulosic fibers from sustainable sources by 2025.
🔭 Long-term
- Reduce absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 85% by 2030.
- Reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 30% by 2030.
- 100% of our operations will be carbon neutral by 2030.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeBiodiversityRegenerative agricultureCircularityFair TradeWater stewardshipChemical managementDiversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB)Responsible Supply ChainEthical Business PracticesTransparency