Clicks Group, commonly referred to as Clicks, is a prominent player in the retail trade services sector, headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Established in 1968, Clicks has evolved into a leading health and beauty retailer, with a significant presence across the country and a growing footprint in the broader Southern African region.
Specialising in personal care, health products, and household goods, Clicks distinguishes itself through its commitment to quality and customer service. The company operates a diverse range of stores, including pharmacies and health shops, catering to the needs of its customers with a unique blend of products and services.
With a strong market position, Clicks has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its innovative retail strategies and a robust loyalty programme that enhances customer engagement. As a trusted name in retail, Clicks continues to set industry standards while focusing on sustainability and community health initiatives.
+9 vs industry average
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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 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Clicks's reported carbon emissions
Clicks, a retail trade services company based in ZA, reported a total of approximately 150.5 million kg CO2e in emissions for 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1 emissions of about 5.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 106.9 million kg CO2e (primarily from purchased electricity), and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 38.2 million kg CO2e. In 2023, Clicks reported total emissions of approximately 150.4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 5.9 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 108.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at roughly 35.8 million kg CO2e. For 2022, total emissions were approximately 149.5 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 of about 4.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 of approximately 110.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 0 kg CO2e as reported. Clicks has set a long-term commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Additionally, the company aims to expand renewable energy initiatives, targeting 4,500 MWh annually from rooftop solar installations across its distribution centres. Clicks is committed to improving its emissions reporting in line with the GHG Protocol, GRI, CDP standards, and ISO 14064-1. The company also has near-term targets to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions intensity by 10% per square meter by 2030, building upon a previous target from 2020.
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Clicks’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2050
Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050
Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Expand renewable energy initiatives, including rooftop solar installations across all owned distribution…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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