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Furniture Manufacturing
GB
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DFS Trading Limited Sustainability Profile

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DFS Trading Limited, commonly known as DFS, is a prominent player in the furniture retail industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1969, the company has grown to become a leading provider of high-quality sofas and home furnishings, with a strong presence across the UK and Ireland. DFS is renowned for its extensive range of stylish and comfortable seating solutions, including bespoke options that cater to diverse customer preferences. The company’s commitment to craftsmanship and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market. Over the years, DFS has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for design and customer service excellence. With a robust market position, DFS Trading Limited continues to innovate and expand its offerings, ensuring it remains a trusted choice for consumers seeking quality and style in home furnishings.

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85

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

DFS Trading Limited's score of 85 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

92%

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DFS Trading Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from DFS Furniture plc

DFS Trading Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of DFS Furniture plc, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While no direct emissions data is available, DFS Trading Limited's climate initiatives and targets are likely aligned with those of its parent company, DFS Furniture plc. This relationship suggests that any climate commitments or reduction targets may be cascaded from DFS Furniture plc, which is actively engaged in sustainability efforts. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges specific to DFS Trading Limited. However, the overarching corporate strategy may include adherence to industry standards and best practices in carbon management, reflecting a commitment to reducing environmental impact. In summary, while specific emissions data for DFS Trading Limited is not available, the company's climate commitments may be influenced by its parent organization, DFS Furniture plc, which is expected to have established sustainability initiatives.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
16,873,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
6,189,000
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0,000,000
000,000
00,000
00,000
Scope 3
353,800,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is DFS Trading Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. DFS Trading Limited's primary industry is Furniture Manufacturing, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is DFS Trading Limited's Location?

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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. This request for DFS Trading Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

DFS Trading Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

DFS Trading Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 46% last year and decreased by approximately 43% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 78% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
78%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
14%
Employee Commuting
3%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Capital Goods
1%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Use of Sold Products
<1%

DFS Trading Limited's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

DFS Trading Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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

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