As Watson
As Watson, officially known as A.S. Watson Group, is a leading retail and manufacturing company headquartered in Hong Kong. Established in 1828, it has grown to become a prominent player in the health and beauty industry, with a significant presence across Asia and Europe. The company operates a diverse portfolio of brands, including Watsons, Superdrug, and Kruidvat, offering a wide range of products from personal care to health supplements. With a commitment to innovation, As Watson has introduced unique services such as personalised beauty consultations and loyalty programmes, enhancing customer experience. The company is recognised for its market leadership, boasting over 15,000 retail outlets worldwide. As Watson continues to expand its footprint, it remains dedicated to delivering quality products and exceptional service, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the retail sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does As Watson'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.
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.
Industry Benchmark
As Watson's score of 33 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
As Watson's reported carbon emissions
As of 2023, AS Watson Holdings Limited reported total Scope 1 emissions of approximately 19,078,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions significantly. Specifically, AS Watson aims to achieve a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 58% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, which includes purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, and the use of sold products, measured per Hong Kong dollar value added by 2030. In terms of supplier engagement, AS Watson has committed that by 2027, 33% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution, will have science-based targets. This initiative aligns with industry standards and reflects AS Watson's proactive approach to climate action, contributing to broader sustainability goals within the retail sector.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 27,507,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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As Watson 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.
