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Nordstrom Inc

Common Name
Nordstrom
Country
United States
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Department Stores
Employees
55,000
Ticker
JWN
Exchange
New York Stock Exchange
Description
Nordstrom Inc. is a leading fashion retailer known for its wide range of clothing, footwear, and accessories. Founded in 1901 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Nordstrom has developed a reputa...

Nordstrom's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Nordstrom 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).

However, Nordstrom has not published a category-level breakdown of its Scope 3 emissions, limiting visibility into specific value chain sources.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
25,890a
26,426a
22,717a
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
94,086a
151,895a
184,472a
Location-Based
165,966a
178,484a
194,336a
Total Scope 3
2,887,637a
3,146,421a
3,427,037a
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
1.7785a
1.8585a
N/A
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a. Nordstrom's Impact Report 2024
b. Nordstrom's Impact Report 2023
c. Nordstrom's CDP Climate sourced from company’s website 2020

Insights into Nordstrom's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Nordstrom amounted to 191,856 metric 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 Nordstrom decreased by 6.37%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Nordstrom's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024015 k30 k45 k60 ktCO2e-14%-12%-36%+16%-2%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Nordstrom's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Nordstrom were 25,890 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Nordstrom reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Nordstrom's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 44.35%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), Nordstrom's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 2.03%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are Nordstrom's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Nordstrom reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 94,086 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 165,966 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Nordstrom reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Nordstrom's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have decreased by 10.95%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), Nordstrom's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Nordstrom's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

What methodology does Nordstrom use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Nordstrom reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

Nordstrom's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024050 k100 k150 k200 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Nordstrom's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Nordstrom reported 2,887,637 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of Nordstrom includes a breakdown across 0 of 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

Nordstrom's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20192022202320240900 k1.8 M2.7 M3.6 MtCO2e+47326%-8%-8%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Nordstrom's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Nordstrom reported total Scope 3 emissions of 2,887,637 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Nordstrom reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Nordstrom's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 39,861.76%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ac

Compared to the previous year (2023), Nordstrom's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Nordstrom's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

Insights into Nordstrom’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Nordstrom reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 25,890 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 14,557 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1.78 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Nordstrom's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

2002,00020,000200,0002,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)5002,00010,00050,000200,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Thor IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 51,703 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,043Scope 1 Intensity: 5.15 tCO2e/$MTaylor Morrison HomeYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,460 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,168Scope 1 Intensity: 0.91 tCO2e/$MTokyuYear: 2023Scope 1: 121,875 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,992Scope 1 Intensity: 17.43 tCO2e/$M99 Speed Mart Retail HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,443 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,232Scope 1 Intensity: 6.02 tCO2e/$MMarks and Spencer GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 210,164 tCO2eRevenue: $M 17,877Scope 1 Intensity: 11.76 tCO2e/$MRyohin KeikakuYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,376 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,567Scope 1 Intensity: 0.30 tCO2e/$MAeonYear: 2021Scope 1: 212,755 tCO2eRevenue: $M 80,880Scope 1 Intensity: 2.63 tCO2e/$MLojas RennerYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,397 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,337Scope 1 Intensity: 1.88 tCO2e/$MShinsegaeYear: 2024Scope 1: 20,244 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,478Scope 1 Intensity: 4.52 tCO2e/$MTakashimayaYear: 2024Scope 1: 18,204 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,094Scope 1 Intensity: 5.88 tCO2e/$MJ. Front RetailingYear: 2024Scope 1: 14,430 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,702Scope 1 Intensity: 5.34 tCO2e/$MIsetan Mitsukoshi HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 26,479 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,704Scope 1 Intensity: 7.15 tCO2e/$MGS RetailYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,209 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,923Scope 1 Intensity: 0.28 tCO2e/$MSun Art Retail GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 286,831 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,859Scope 1 Intensity: 29.09 tCO2e/$MEl Puerto de LiverpoolYear: 2024Scope 1: 46,462 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,365Scope 1 Intensity: 4.48 tCO2e/$MCencosudYear: 2024Scope 1: 552,972 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,596Scope 1 Intensity: 33.32 tCO2e/$MFalabellaYear: 2024Scope 1: 141,874 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,202Scope 1 Intensity: 11.63 tCO2e/$MAtacadaoYear: 2024Scope 1: 253,585 tCO2eRevenue: $M 18,718Scope 1 Intensity: 13.55 tCO2e/$MOrganizacion SorianaYear: 2024Scope 1: 690,780 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,641Scope 1 Intensity: 79.94 tCO2e/$MLotte ShoppingYear: 2024Scope 1: 192,966 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,532Scope 1 Intensity: 20.24 tCO2e/$MCentral RetailYear: 2024Scope 1: 111,397 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,112Scope 1 Intensity: 15.66 tCO2e/$MSonaeYear: 2024Scope 1: 79,348 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,351Scope 1 Intensity: 7.67 tCO2e/$MMacy'sYear: 2023Scope 1: 67,002 tCO2eRevenue: $M 23,866Scope 1 Intensity: 2.81 tCO2e/$MKohlsYear: 2024Scope 1: 46,653 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,221Scope 1 Intensity: 2.88 tCO2e/$MNordstromYear: 2024Scope 1: 25,890 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,557Scope 1 Intensity: 1.78 tCO2e/$M

How does Nordstrom's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Nordstrom reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1.78 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 5.95, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Nordstrom rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Nordstrom ranked 4 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

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

Insights into Nordstrom's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Nordstrom reported a total carbon footprint of 3,079,493 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 8.11% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a

The largest contributor to Nordstrom's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 93.77% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 5.39%.a

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