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TFG Limited

TFG Limited, also known as The Foschini Group, is a prominent retail company headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Established in 1925, TFG has evolved into a leading player in the fashion and lifestyle industry, with a strong presence across various operational regions, including Southern Africa and the UK. Specialising in clothing, footwear, accessories, and homeware, TFG Limited offers a diverse range of products through its well-known brands, such as Foschini, Markham, and Sportscene. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a robust market position, TFG has achieved significant milestones, including a successful expansion into e-commerce and a focus on sustainable practices, reinforcing its reputation as a forward-thinking retailer.

DitchCarbon Score

How does TFG Limited'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.

25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services 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

TFG Limited's score of 25 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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TFG Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, TFG Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 437,757,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 4,421,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 260,262,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 172,860,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a slight increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 408,137,000 kg CO2e. TFG Limited has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. However, they have reported emission intensities, such as 5,100 kg CO2e per employee for Scope 1 and 2 in 2024. The absence of formal reduction commitments or climate pledges indicates a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy. Overall, TFG Limited's emissions data highlights the need for enhanced climate action and transparency in their environmental commitments, particularly as they operate within a global context where corporate responsibility towards climate change is increasingly scrutinised.

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Scope 1
3,413,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
158,240,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
52,909,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. TFG Limited's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 TFG Limited is in ZA, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

TFG Limited 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.

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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