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Debenhams plc

Debenhams plc, a renowned British retailer, is headquartered in Great Britain and has established a significant presence across the UK and Ireland. Founded in the early 18th century, Debenhams has evolved from a small drapery store into a prominent player in the department store industry, offering a diverse range of products including fashion, beauty, and home goods. The company is particularly known for its unique blend of high-street fashion and exclusive designer collaborations, catering to a wide demographic. Debenhams has achieved notable milestones, including its expansion into online retail, which has enhanced its market position. With a commitment to quality and customer service, Debenhams continues to be a trusted name in retail, appealing to shoppers seeking both style and value.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Debenhams plc's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

24

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

21

Industry Benchmark

Debenhams plc's score of 24 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Debenhams plc's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Debenhams plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 514,955,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions across all three scopes: - **Scope 1**: 768,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion and 38,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion. - **Scope 2**: 6,489,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity. - **Scope 3**: Significant contributions from upstream transportation and distribution (341,372,000 kg CO2e), use of sold products (94,174,000 kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (1,435,000 kg CO2e). Debenhams has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further development in their sustainability strategy. The company operates within a competitive retail environment, where increasing pressure exists to enhance climate action and transparency.

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17,316,000
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Scope 2
190,678,000
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Scope 3
1,218,000
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000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Debenhams plc's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Debenhams plc is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Debenhams plc is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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