Argos
Argos, officially known as Argos Limited, is a prominent British retailer headquartered in Colorado. Established in 1973, the company has evolved into a leading player in the retail industry, primarily focusing on home goods, electronics, and toys. With a strong presence across the UK and Ireland, Argos has become synonymous with convenience, offering a unique click-and-collect service that enhances the shopping experience. Over the years, Argos has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its digital catalogue and the expansion of its online platform. The retailer is renowned for its extensive range of products, competitive pricing, and commitment to customer service. As a subsidiary of Sainsbury's, Argos continues to solidify its market position, consistently ranking among the top retailers in the UK.
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Argos's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Argos reported total carbon emissions of approximately 827,462,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 and 98,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, with a combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions reaching about 452,563,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant reduction from 2023, where Scope 1 emissions were about 135,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 3,177,444,000 kg CO2e, resulting in a total of around 4,746,457,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. Argos has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 43% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with their public goal of achieving carbon neutrality. The company is actively working towards these targets, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact. Overall, Argos's emissions profile reflects a substantial reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which constitute the majority of their carbon footprint, highlighting the importance of addressing upstream and downstream activities in their sustainability strategy.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,073,027,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 336,482,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 4,045,877,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Argos is participating in some 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.
