Boxer Retail Limited, commonly known as Boxer, is a prominent retail chain headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Established in 1986, the company has grown significantly, with a strong presence in various regions across the country, particularly in urban and rural areas. Operating within the grocery and general merchandise industry, Boxer focuses on providing affordable products to its diverse customer base.
The company offers a wide range of core products, including fresh produce, household goods, and personal care items, all distinguished by their competitive pricing and quality. Boxer has positioned itself as a leader in the discount retail sector, achieving notable milestones such as expanding its store footprint and enhancing its customer service initiatives. With a commitment to community engagement and sustainability, Boxer continues to thrive in the South African retail landscape.
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Industry Intensity
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Boxer Retail Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Boxer Retail Limited reported total emissions of approximately 481,798,000 kg CO2e, comprising 167,897,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 313,901,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating potential gaps in their reporting. Boxer Retail Limited is a current subsidiary of Pick n Pay Stores Limited, which influences its climate commitments and reporting practices. However, there are no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented for Boxer Retail Limited, nor are there any initiatives cascaded from its parent company regarding Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) or other climate frameworks. The company is actively involved in recycling initiatives, with notable figures such as approximately 9,339,000 kg of recyclable waste collected and 12,000 kg of cardboard diverted from landfill, showcasing its commitment to sustainability despite the lack of formal reduction targets. Overall, while Boxer Retail Limited has made strides in waste management and recycling, its carbon emissions reporting remains incomplete, particularly concerning Scope 3 emissions, and it lacks defined reduction targets.
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Boxer Retail Limited’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from Pick n Pay Stores Limited
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Pick n Pay Stores Limited
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
Inherited from Pick n Pay Stores Limited
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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