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Dunelm Group plc, commonly known as Dunelm, is a leading British retailer headquartered in Great Yarmouth, GB. Established in 1979, the company has grown significantly, becoming a prominent player in the retail trade services sector, specifically focusing on home furnishings and household goods.
Dunelm offers a diverse range of products, including bedding, curtains, and home décor, distinguished by their quality and affordability. The brand is renowned for its commitment to customer satisfaction and innovative designs, catering to a wide audience across the UK.
With a strong market position, Dunelm has achieved notable milestones, including a successful expansion into online retail, enhancing its accessibility and convenience for customers. As a trusted name in homeware, Dunelm continues to set trends and provide exceptional value in the retail industry.
75
DitchCarbon score
+39 vs industry average
Dunelm’s score of 75 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.181
20182025
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Dunelm's reported carbon emissions
Dunelm, a UK-based retail trade services company, reported total emissions of approximately 1.35 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This includes about 5.14 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 8.57 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based), and 1.34 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Key contributors to their Scope 3 emissions in 2024 were purchased goods and services (about 850.92 million kg CO2e) and use of sold products (about 408.68 million kg CO2e).
In 2023, Dunelm's total emissions were approximately 1.26 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 7.04 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) at about 8.78 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 1.24 billion kg CO2e.
Dunelm has set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets. The company commits to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2040, using FY2019 as a baseline year. Near-term, Dunelm aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year. Additionally, they commit to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 50% within the same timeframe. Long-term, Dunelm targets a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by FY2040 from the FY2019 base year.
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Dunelm’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
Dunelm Group PLC commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 50% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
At risk50%
2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
Dunelm Group PLC commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 50% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
At risk50%
2030
50% reduction in scope 3 total
Dunelm Group PLC also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 50% within the same timeframe.
Behind target50%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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75
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