- Increased frequency and severity of wildfires in California and other extreme weather events impacting Stores and operations
- Measurement of Scope 3 emissions is challenging due to the off-price business model and variable purchasing strategy
- Managing waste from packaging due to lack of control over packaging types from suppliers
Ross Stores, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Ross Stores, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 369.6K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 28.7K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 238.3K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 102.6K 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
369.6K tCO2e/year
2023
Energy Use
859.2K MWh/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). | 28.7K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 238.3K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 102.6K 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 | 369.6K tCO2e/year |
| 2022 | 376.0K tCO2e/year |
| 2019 | 265.7K MT CO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 28% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions per total square foot versus 2017
- 67% of waste diverted from landfill
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 30 percent per total square foot by 2025 versus a 2017 baseline
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42 percent by 2030 against a 2021 baseline
🔭 Long-term
- Reach net-zero GHG emissions by 2050 or sooner
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Empowering Our AssociatesSupporting Our CommunitiesOperating SustainablyConducting Business Ethically