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.
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.
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Debenhams plc's score of 23 is lower than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2016, Debenhams plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14241000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 125453000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 64442000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This data highlights the company's significant carbon footprint across all scopes, with Scope 2 emissions being the largest contributor. Debenhams has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon emissions. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Overall, while Debenhams has provided emissions data, further commitments and actionable plans are necessary to align with industry standards for climate action and sustainability.
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2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | |
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Scope 1 | 17,316,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 190,678,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,218,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Debenhams plc 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.