Dis-Chem group
Dis-Chem Group, a leading South African pharmacy and healthcare retailer, is headquartered in ZA and operates extensively across the country. Founded in 1978, Dis-Chem has established itself as a trusted name in the pharmaceutical industry, offering a wide range of products and services, including prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, and health and beauty items. With a commitment to customer care and wellness, Dis-Chem differentiates itself through its extensive loyalty programme and personalised health services. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in retail and pharmacy services, solidifying its position as a market leader. Dis-Chem Group continues to innovate and expand, ensuring that it meets the evolving needs of its customers while maintaining high standards of quality and service.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Dis-Chem group's score of 9 is lower than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Dis-Chem group's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Dis-Chem Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,926,090 kg CO2e, exclusively from Scope 1 emissions. This figure reflects the company's direct greenhouse gas emissions from owned or controlled sources. As of now, there are no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges aimed at mitigating these emissions. Dis-Chem Group's commitment to addressing climate change remains unclear, as no specific initiatives or targets have been outlined in their sustainability reporting. The company operates within the retail pharmacy sector in South Africa (ZA), where industry-wide efforts to reduce carbon footprints are increasingly important.
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| Scope 1 | 12,926,090 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Dis-Chem group 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.
