A.S. Watson Group (HK) Limited
A.S. Watson Group (HK) Limited, a prominent player in the retail and health & beauty industry, is headquartered in Hong Kong. Founded in 1828, the company has evolved into one of the largest health and beauty retailers in Asia and Europe, operating over 15,000 stores across multiple regions. Specialising in a diverse range of products, A.S. Watson offers unique health, beauty, and personal care items through its well-known brands, including Watsons, Superdrug, and Kruidvat. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, positioning itself as a leader in the market. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, A.S. Watson continues to innovate and expand, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in the retail sector.
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How does A.S. Watson Group (HK) 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.
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A.S. Watson Group (HK) Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, A.S. Watson Group (HK) Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,409,330,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 87,155,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 50,426,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 7,409,330,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions was about 137,581,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company’s emissions were approximately 9,884,634,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 116,566,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 368,271,000 kg CO2e. The total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 was around 484,837,000 kg CO2e. A.S. Watson Group has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, and there are no reported SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets. The emissions data is cascaded from their parent company, CK Hutchison Holdings Limited, indicating a corporate family relationship that influences their reporting. Overall, A.S. Watson Group's emissions reflect a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass indirect emissions from the value chain, highlighting the need for comprehensive strategies to address their overall carbon footprint.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 193,331,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 467,686,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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A.S. Watson Group (HK) Limited is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
