Public Profile

Harvey Norman Holdings Limited

Harvey Norman Holdings Limited, commonly known as Harvey Norman, is a prominent Australian retail giant headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Founded in 1982, the company has established itself as a leader in the furniture, electronics, and home appliances sectors, with a significant presence across Australia, New Zealand, and several other international markets. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products, including cutting-edge technology, stylish furniture, and essential home goods, all of which are distinguished by their quality and value. Harvey Norman's unique franchise model has enabled it to expand rapidly, positioning the brand as a household name in the retail industry. With numerous accolades and a strong market presence, Harvey Norman continues to innovate and adapt to changing consumer needs, solidifying its status as a key player in the retail landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Harvey Norman Holdings Limited's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

12

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Wholesale Trade industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

18

Industry Benchmark

Harvey Norman Holdings Limited's score of 12 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Harvey Norman Holdings Limited's reported carbon emissions

Harvey Norman Holdings Limited, headquartered in Australia, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year. However, the company has made significant climate commitments aimed at reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. Harvey Norman has set a target to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by the year 2030, using 2023 as the base year. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, the company plans to measure and work towards reducing its Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions in its value chain. These initiatives reflect Harvey Norman's proactive approach to addressing climate change and its commitment to sustainability within the retail sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Harvey Norman Holdings Limited's primary industry is Wholesale trade and commission trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles (51), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Harvey Norman Holdings Limited is headquartered in AU, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Harvey Norman Holdings Limited is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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