Gear4music
Gear4music, officially known as Gear4music Ltd, is a leading online retailer of musical instruments and equipment, headquartered in York, GB. Founded in 2003, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across Europe, serving musicians and audio professionals with a diverse range of products. Specialising in a wide array of musical gear, Gear4music offers everything from guitars and keyboards to professional audio equipment and orchestral instruments. Their unique approach combines competitive pricing with an extensive selection, catering to both beginners and seasoned professionals alike. Recognised for its commitment to quality and customer service, Gear4music has established a strong market position, becoming a go-to destination for music enthusiasts. With a focus on innovation and accessibility, the company continues to achieve significant milestones in the music retail industry.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Gear4music's score of 54 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Gear4music's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Gear4music reported total carbon emissions of approximately 31,955,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 353,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 396,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 31,206,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering direct and indirect emissions associated with their operations. In 2024, the company’s total emissions slightly decreased to about 30,527,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 336,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 340,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 29,852,000 kg CO2e. This reduction indicates a commitment to improving their carbon footprint. Over the years, Gear4music has shown fluctuations in emissions, with a peak in 2022 at approximately 1,156,402 kg CO2e, primarily from Scope 3. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, such as those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), but their ongoing emissions tracking suggests a focus on sustainability. Overall, Gear4music's emissions data reflects their operational impact and highlights the importance of continued efforts in reducing carbon emissions across all scopes.
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Get Started| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,052,392 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Gear4music 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.
