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.
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As Watson's reported carbon emissions
As of 2023, As Watson reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,078,000 kg CO2e, with emissions from Scope 1 accounting for the entirety of this figure. Notably, there were no reported emissions from Scope 2 or Scope 3. In the previous year, 2022, the company emitted about 20,691,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of approximately 1,613,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. In 2021, emissions were recorded at about 22,265,000 kg CO2e, while in 2020, they were approximately 19,865,000 kg CO2e. This trend shows a general decrease in emissions over the years, with 2019 emissions at about 27,594,000 kg CO2e and 2018 at approximately 27,507,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, As Watson has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on its operational emissions, primarily from mobile combustion within Scope 1, which accounted for significant portions of its total emissions in previous years. Overall, while As Watson has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, further transparency regarding future commitments and reduction strategies would enhance its climate action profile.
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| 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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As Watson 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.
