Clicks Group, commonly referred to as Clicks, is a leading retail pharmacy and health and beauty group headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Established in 1968, Clicks has grown significantly, operating over 800 stores across the country and expanding its footprint into neighbouring regions. The company primarily operates in the retail and pharmaceutical industry, offering a diverse range of products, including health supplements, personal care items, and prescription medications. Clicks is renowned for its commitment to quality and affordability, making it a trusted choice for consumers. With a strong market position, Clicks has achieved notable milestones, including the launch of its private label products and a robust online shopping platform. The company continues to innovate, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of its customers while maintaining a focus on health and wellness.
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In 2024, Clicks reported total carbon emissions of approximately 150,528,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 5,135,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion (1,317,000 kg CO2e) and fugitive emissions (1,699,000 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions, derived from purchased electricity, accounted for approximately 106,944,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions totalled around 38,158,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from fuel and energy-related activities (15,179,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (9,574,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, Clicks' total emissions were slightly lower at about 150,436,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 5,911,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 108,058,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 35,791,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Clicks has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has consistently reported emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking and managing its environmental impact. Overall, Clicks' emissions data reflects a significant operational scale, with revenues of approximately USD 2.56 billion in 2024, underscoring the importance of their climate commitments in the context of their business activities.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,339,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 109,023,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 34,676,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Clicks 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.