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American Eagle Outfitters Inc

Common Name
American Eagle Outfitters
Country
United States
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Engineering & Construction
Employees
5,803
Ticker
AEO
Exchange
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
Website
www.ae.com
Description
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. is a specialty retail company focused on casual apparel and accessories for men and women. The company operates primarily through the American Eagle brand and Aerie, of...

American Eagle Outfitters's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, American Eagle Outfitters completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

American Eagle Outfitters has also provided a category-level breakdown for 11 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1
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Total Scope 2
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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a. American Eagle Outfitters's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2024
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b. American Eagle Outfitters's Sustainability Data Spreadsheet 2023
b. American Eagle Outfitters's Sustainability Data Spreadsheet 2023

Insights into American Eagle Outfitters's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ofAmerican Eagle Outfitters amounted to48,210metric tons of CO2 equivalent.This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of American Eagle Outfittersdecreased by 27.19%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.ab

American Eagle Outfitters's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202403.5 k7 k10.5 k14 ktCO2e-12%+14%+5%-18%-8%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are American Eagle Outfitters's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of American Eagle Outfitters were 9,302 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Has American Eagle Outfitters reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, American Eagle Outfitters's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 21.06%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year(2023), American Eagle Outfitters's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 8.29%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are American Eagle Outfitters's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, American Eagle Outfitters reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 38,908 tCOâ‚‚e using the market-based method.a

Has American Eagle Outfitters reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, American Eagle Outfitters's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Market-Based)have decreased by 30.91%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.a

What methodology does American Eagle Outfitters use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, American Eagle Outfitters reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method.a

American Eagle Outfitters's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024015 k30 k45 k60 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into American Eagle Outfitters's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, American Eagle Outfitters reported 4,118,148 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of American Eagle Outfitters includes a breakdown across 11of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol,matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

American Eagle Outfitters's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2020202120222023202401.5 M3 M4.5 M6 MtCO2e+16%-2%0%+12%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are American Eagle Outfitters's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, American Eagle Outfitters reported total Scope 3 emissions of 4,118,148 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Approximately 40.15%of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 59.85%came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), American Eagle Outfitters's Scope 3 emissions increased by 12.17%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does American Eagle Outfitters disclose?

In 2024, American Eagle Outfitters reported emissions for 11 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.

What are the main sources of American Eagle Outfitters's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to American Eagle Outfitters's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 2,381,000 tCOâ‚‚e(57.83%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 1,368,000 tCOâ‚‚e(33.23%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 168,000 tCOâ‚‚e(4.08%)

American Eagle Outfitters's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(57.8%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(4.1%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(33.2%)

Insights into American Eagle Outfitters’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, American Eagle Outfitters reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 9,302 tCOâ‚‚e and total revenues of USD 5,329 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1.75 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD.a

American Eagle Outfitters's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

5005,000100,0002,000,00050,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)5002,0005,00020,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)EAMKBRYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,145 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,742Scope 1 Intensity: 0.66 tCO2e/$MJacobs SolutionsYear: 2023Scope 1: 16,512 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,852Scope 1 Intensity: 1.52 tCO2e/$MTetra TechYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,199Scope 1 Intensity: 1.98 tCO2e/$MAECOMYear: 2024Scope 1: 29,072 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,105Scope 1 Intensity: 1.81 tCO2e/$MComfort Systems USAYear: 2024Scope 1: 74,122 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,027Scope 1 Intensity: 10.55 tCO2e/$MEEEverus Construction GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 53,350 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,850Scope 1 Intensity: 18.72 tCO2e/$MGranite ConstructionYear: 2024Scope 1: 229,298 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,008Scope 1 Intensity: 57.22 tCO2e/$MGeo GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 51,942 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,413Scope 1 Intensity: 21.52 tCO2e/$MDycom IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 190,716 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,702Scope 1 Intensity: 40.56 tCO2e/$MWerner EnterprisesYear: 2024Scope 1: 901,542 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,030Scope 1 Intensity: 297.51 tCO2e/$MEMCOR GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 182,567 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,566Scope 1 Intensity: 12.53 tCO2e/$MAAAARYear: 2024Scope 1: 22,450 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,319Scope 1 Intensity: 9.68 tCO2e/$MHub GroupYear: 2020Scope 1: 557,461 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,496Scope 1 Intensity: 159.47 tCO2e/$MArcosaYear: 2024Scope 1: 462,949 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,570Scope 1 Intensity: 180.14 tCO2e/$MQuanta ServicesYear: 2024Scope 1: 874,837 tCO2eRevenue: $M 23,673Scope 1 Intensity: 36.96 tCO2e/$MSkyWestYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,566,845 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,528Scope 1 Intensity: 1,577.94 tCO2e/$MKennametalYear: 2024Scope 1: 31,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,047Scope 1 Intensity: 15.14 tCO2e/$MMMMYR GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 74,362 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,362Scope 1 Intensity: 22.12 tCO2e/$MAlaska Air GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,321,898 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,735Scope 1 Intensity: 879.58 tCO2e/$MOwens CorningYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,662,166 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,975Scope 1 Intensity: 151.45 tCO2e/$MTopBuildYear: 2024Scope 1: 133,512 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,330Scope 1 Intensity: 25.05 tCO2e/$MOshkoshYear: 2024Scope 1: 70,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,730Scope 1 Intensity: 6.52 tCO2e/$MGXO LogisticsYear: 2024Scope 1: 200,782 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,709Scope 1 Intensity: 17.15 tCO2e/$MBooz Allen Hamilton HoldingYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,592 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,979Scope 1 Intensity: 0.13 tCO2e/$MAmerican Eagle OutfittersYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,302 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,329Scope 1 Intensity: 1.75 tCO2e/$M

How does American Eagle Outfitters's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, American Eagle Outfitters reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1.75 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 20.12, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does American Eagle Outfitters rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, American Eagle Outfitters ranked 4 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD).a

This places American Eagle Outfitters among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers.a

Insights into American Eagle Outfitters's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, American Eagle Outfitters reported a total carbon footprint of 4,166,358 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 11.47% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.ab

The largest contributor to American Eagle Outfitters's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 98.84% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 0.93%.a

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