Darty, officially known as Darty SA, is a prominent French retail company headquartered in Échirolles, France. Established in 1957, Darty has evolved into a leading player in the consumer electronics and home appliances sector, primarily serving the French market and expanding its reach across Europe. The company is renowned for its extensive range of products, including televisions, computers, and kitchen appliances, distinguished by exceptional customer service and a commitment to quality. Darty's unique "Darty Promise" guarantees customer satisfaction, setting it apart from competitors. With a strong market position, Darty has achieved notable milestones, including its integration into the Fnac Darty Group, enhancing its operational capabilities and product offerings. As a trusted name in retail, Darty continues to innovate and adapt to the ever-changing landscape of consumer needs.
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In 2022, Darty reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,550,500,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 19,600,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were around 2,100,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounted for approximately 3,528,700,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a significant carbon footprint, primarily driven by Scope 3 emissions, which include the use of sold products and purchased goods and services. Darty has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target is part of their near-term strategy and is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) guidelines, which classify their targets as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, Darty plans to ensure that 80% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2026. For Scope 3 emissions, Darty aims to reduce emissions from the use of sold products by 22% per product sold by 2030, also compared to the 2019 baseline. Furthermore, the company has committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, demonstrating a long-term vision for sustainability. Overall, Darty's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing its carbon emissions and contributing to global climate goals.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 20,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 8,400,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 4,119,400,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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