Kohl’s, Inc.

Kohl's, Inc. is an omnichannel retailer with more than 1,100 stores in 49 states. Kohl's climate action goals are focused on the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, reduction of energy use, and the increase of renewable energy use. These initiatives are part of the Kohl’s broader ESG strategy to create healthy futures for families, communities, and our planet.

As a partner in the Better Buildings Challenge, Kohl’s reached its goal of 20% energy reduction by 2020 two years early by achieving a 24% energy reduction from a 2008 baseline. The company has now set its sights higher with a new goal to cut energy by an additional 10% by 2025.

By joining the Better Climate Challenge in 2021, Kohl’s has committed to reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2025 from a 2014 base year. Kohl’s is working to meet its goals through ENERGY STAR® certified buildings, lighting and HVAC upgrades, renewable energy, as well as LEED® certified buildings.

PORTFOLIO-WIDE LEADERSHIP COMMITMENTS

50% GHG reduction in 10 years

30% reduction in energy intensity

20% reduction in energy intensity

Other Resources Fact Sheet

Community Solar for the Retail Sector

Other Resources Fact Sheet

Community Solar for the Retail Sector

Presentation

Let's Connect! Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings

Presentation

Let's Connect! Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings

Webinar

Speaking the CFO's Language: Building the Case for Energy Efficiency with Financial Decision-Makers

Video

Speaking the CFO's Language: Building the Case for Energy Efficiency with Financial Decision-Makers

Showcase Project

Kohl's Department Stores: Niles, Ohio

Implementation Model

Kohl's Strategic Approach to Energy Finance

Performance Data

Solutions

Leadership Commitments

Better Climate Challenge

Goal

Commitment

Progress

Better Buildings Challenge

Goal

Commitment

Better Buildings Challenge

Additional Goal

Commitment

DOE Program Participation