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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In 2025, Boxer Retail Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 167,897,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 313,901,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This data reflects the company's commitment to transparency in its climate impact, although no Scope 3 emissions data has been disclosed. For the previous year, 2024, Boxer Retail Limited's emissions were approximately 182,527,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 255,112,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This indicates a slight reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 2024 to 2025, while Scope 2 emissions increased. Boxer Retail Limited is a current subsidiary of Pick n Pay Stores Limited, which influences its climate initiatives and reporting. 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 commitments. The company has engaged in various recycling initiatives, including the collection of approximately 9,339,000 kg of recyclable waste and the recycling of about 878.4 tonnes of plastic in 2025. These efforts contribute to its overall sustainability strategy, although specific reduction targets remain unspecified.
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| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 182,527,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 255,112,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Boxer Retail Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.