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Retail Trade Services
GB
updated 10 days ago

Ao World

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Ao World, commonly known as AO, is a leading online retailer headquartered in Greater Manchester, GB. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the electricals and appliances industry, specialising in the sale of white goods, consumer electronics, and home appliances. With a strong operational presence across the UK and Germany, AO is renowned for its exceptional customer service and efficient delivery options. The company’s unique selling proposition lies in its commitment to providing a seamless online shopping experience, coupled with a wide range of high-quality products from top brands. Over the years, AO has achieved significant milestones, including its successful IPO in 2014, solidifying its market position as a trusted name in the sector. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Ao World continues to redefine the online retail landscape.

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44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services 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.

28

Industry Benchmark

Ao World's score of 44 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ao World's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, AO World reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,577,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 98% of the total. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 21,919,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 304,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has made notable strides in reducing its emissions, achieving a remarkable 90% reduction in Scope 2 market-based emissions from the previous year, despite only a 15% reduction in energy consumption. AO World has set ambitious long-term climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2035, and for Scope 3 by 2050. Additionally, the company has targeted a 43% reduction in global Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30 June 2030. These initiatives reflect AO World's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change. The emissions data is sourced directly from AO World plc, with no cascaded data from parent organizations.

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2015201620192020202120222023
Scope 1
20,192,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
3,245,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
-
-
-
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ao World's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. This request for Ao World is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Ao World 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.

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

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