Working Toward a Healthier Planet

At Dollar Tree caring for our planet is central to how we operate responsibly. We’re committed to reducing our footprint by making our operations more efficient and continuously finding smarter ways to use less energy, reduce waste and conserve natural resources. Through thoughtful stewardship, we strive to create lasting value—for our business, our customers, and the communities we proudly serve.

Creating Resilient and Responsible Operations

At Dollar Tree we’re committed to achieving science-based net-zero emissions by 2050. This long-term goal builds on our ongoing efforts to improve operational efficiencies, strengthen resilience, and reduce our environmental impact across our operations and value chain — all in support of a healthier future for our business and the communities we serve.

Our Near-Term Targets:

  • Reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by FY2032, using FY2023 as the base year (aligned with a 1.5°C climate scenario)
  • Ensure that 67% of our suppliers by emissions set or commit to science-based targets by FY2029
  • Continue expanding the use of renewable energy across our stores, distribution centers, and corporate support center

Our path to net-zero begins with a clear understanding of our emissions footprint. By mapping emissions across our value chain, we’ve identified meaningful opportunities to drive reductions. We're investing in energy efficiency, accelerating our shift to renewable energy, and working to reduce operational waste across our business.

In 2023, we published our first climate risk disclosure aligned with the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD). We are updating this report in 2025 to reflect our continued progress and our evolving approach to climate risk and resilience.

For more information, refer to our 2024 CDP Climate Disclosure.

Our Roadmap for Responsible Growth

Strategic Focus Areas for Emissions Reduction

We’re taking a targeted, multi-pronged approach to reducing emissions across our operations and value chain. Our focus is on these key areas:

Energy Efficiency

We’re investing in energy-efficient upgrades across our stores, distribution centers, and support facilities to reduce both energy consumption and Scope 1 and 2 emissions. These improvements also lower operational costs, enabling us to run smarter and more sustainably.

Clean Energy

By incorporating clean energy into our electricity and natural gas procurement strategies, we’re helping to decarbonize our operations and contribute to broader grid modernization efforts in deregulated markets.

Waste Reduction & Recycling

Through expanded reuse and recycling initiatives at our stores and distribution centers, we’re reducing operational waste, improving diversion rates, and addressing Scope 3 emissions tied to materials and waste.

Transportation & Logistics Optimization

We’re improving route efficiency, adopting fuel-efficient vehicles, and consolidating shipments to reduce fuel use and lower transportation-related Scope 3 emissions across our logistics network.

Supplier Engagement

By working with our suppliers to set emissions targets and adopt more responsible practices, we’re helping to promote positive change across the industry and reduce upstream emissions throughout our value chain.

2023 Emissions Reduction Highlights

Progress Across Key Focus Areas

Energy Efficiency

  • Invested $113.1 million in energy efficiency upgrades
  • Opened 631 stores aligned with our In-Store Energy Efficiency Standard
  • Completed 873 HVAC system upgrades
  • 99% of stores now equipped with Energy Management Systems and LED lighting
  • Achieved ~50% LED conversion across Distribution Centers

Clean Energy

  • Procured 55,203 MWh of clean energy

Waste Reduction & Recycling

  • Achieved a 6% reduction in total waste compared to 2022
  • Increased recycled waste by 11%
  • Recycled 410,652 tons of material

Transportation

  • 100% of Dollar Tree transportation suppliers participated in the EPA SmartWay program
  • 91% of suppliers earned top-tier sustainability rankings

Supplier Engagement

  • Enhanced Scope 3 emissions tracking by expanding data collection categories
  • Developed a comprehensive supplier engagement strategy to address emissions reduction and responsible practices across our supply chain
Sustainability Report

2024 Sustainability and Social Impact Report

We are proud to introduce our 2024 report that reflects our new Sustainability and Social Impact Strategy, Rooted in Progress. This report discusses the Company’s environmental and social responsibility initiatives and progress, and our commitment to transparency and continuous improvement.