Dixons Retail plc
Dixons Retail plc, a prominent player in the UK retail sector, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 1937, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a leading retailer of consumer electronics and electrical goods. Its core business areas include the sale of household appliances, computing products, and mobile technology, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service and innovative solutions. Dixons Retail is renowned for its unique product offerings, including exclusive brands and competitive pricing, which have solidified its market position. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as the successful integration of various retail formats and a strong online presence, making it a go-to destination for tech-savvy consumers. With a commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction, Dixons Retail continues to shape the future of retail in the electronics industry.
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Dixons Retail plc's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Dixons Retail plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,441,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 64,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a total of 158,200 kg CO2e for various categories under Scope 3. This includes emissions from purchased goods and services, employee commuting, and upstream transportation, among others. Comparatively, in 2023, the company recorded emissions of about 15,290,800 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 38,800 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 320,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Notably, there has been a reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 18,058,000 kg CO2e in 2021 to 14,441,000 kg CO2e in 2024, indicating a positive trend in their carbon footprint management. Dixons Retail has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company continues to disclose its emissions data across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate impact reporting. Overall, while Dixons Retail plc has made strides in reducing its emissions, further commitments and initiatives could enhance its sustainability profile in the retail sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,873,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,697,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 353,800 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Dixons Retail 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.
