Woolworths
Woolworths Group Limited, commonly known as Woolworths, is a leading Australian supermarket chain headquartered in Bella Vista, New South Wales. Founded in 1924, Woolworths has grown to become a cornerstone of the Australian retail landscape, operating over 1,000 stores across the country and serving millions of customers each week. As a major player in the grocery industry, Woolworths offers a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, groceries, and household items, with a strong emphasis on quality and sustainability. The company is renowned for its commitment to local sourcing and innovative shopping experiences, such as online grocery delivery. Woolworths holds a prominent market position, consistently ranking among the top retailers in Australia. Its dedication to customer satisfaction and community engagement has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted brand in the Australian market.
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Woolworths's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Woolworths Group reported total emissions of approximately 1,767,284,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This marks a decrease from 2023, where emissions were about 1,941,581,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions by 63% from its 2015 baseline by 2030 for both Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Additionally, Woolworths aims to achieve a 60% reduction in operational transport emissions by 2030. Woolworths is also committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions by 19% by 2030. The company has aligned its targets with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), aspiring to reach net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. This includes a long-term goal of reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2045 and Scope 3 emissions by 90% by 2050. The company’s climate commitments reflect its dedication to sustainability and its alignment with global climate goals, including the Paris Agreement. Woolworths is actively working towards these targets, with a focus on reducing emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and transportation activities.
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| 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | - |
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