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updated 10 days ago

Games Workshop

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Games Workshop Group PLC, commonly known as Games Workshop, is a leading British company headquartered in Nottingham, GB. Founded in 1975, it has established itself as a prominent player in the tabletop gaming industry, particularly known for its iconic Warhammer franchise, which includes Warhammer 40,000 and Age of Sigmar. The company operates globally, with a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Games Workshop is renowned for its high-quality miniatures, intricate game systems, and immersive lore, setting it apart from competitors. With a commitment to creativity and craftsmanship, the company has achieved significant milestones, including a successful transition to digital platforms and a robust retail network. Games Workshop's market position is bolstered by its dedicated fanbase and innovative community engagement, making it a cornerstone of the hobby gaming landscape.

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45

Industry Average

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25

Industry Benchmark

Games Workshop's score of 45 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Games Workshop's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Games Workshop reported total carbon emissions of approximately 64,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 484,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,655,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 59,222,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes 56,500 kg CO2e from capital goods, 948,000 kg CO2e from business travel, and 45,332,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 53,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 616,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 4,028,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 52,692,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of approximately 40,693,000 kg CO2e in the UK, with Scope 1 emissions of 332,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,189,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 38,172,000 kg CO2e. Despite the substantial emissions figures, Games Workshop has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or SBTi commitments. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Games Workshop Group PLC, with no cascaded data from a parent organization. Overall, Games Workshop's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, particularly from purchased goods and services, which constitutes the majority of their carbon footprint.

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20162017201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
580,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
4,766,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Games Workshop's primary industry is Other business services (74), 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 Games Workshop is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Games Workshop 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
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