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Greggs Sustainability Profile

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Greggs plc, commonly known as Greggs, is a leading British bakery chain headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB. Founded in 1939, the company has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence across the UK with thousands of outlets in major cities and towns. Specialising in freshly baked goods, Greggs is renowned for its delicious pastries, sandwiches, and sweet treats, including the iconic sausage roll and vegan options that cater to diverse dietary preferences. With a commitment to quality and affordability, Greggs has positioned itself as a staple in the fast-food industry, consistently achieving notable milestones, such as expanding its menu to include healthier choices. The brand's focus on innovation and customer satisfaction has solidified its reputation, making it a beloved choice for millions of customers seeking convenient and tasty meal options.

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40

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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Greggs's score of 40 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Greggs's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Greggs's carbon emissions data reveals that the company reported approximately 5,536,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, specifically from fugitive emissions. The total emissions for the year, calculated as the sum of all scopes, is not provided, but previous years indicate a trend in emissions reporting. For 2023, Greggs reported a total of approximately 8,617,140 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, with Scope 1 emissions including mobile combustion (1,346,000 kg CO2e), fugitive emissions (5,505,000 kg CO2e), and stationary combustion (9,145,000 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity were approximately 2,981,000 kg CO2e. Greggs has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target is consistent with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) guidelines, which also include a commitment to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by the same percentage within the same timeframe. Overall, Greggs is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate action in the retail sector.

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How Carbon Intensive is Greggs's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Greggs's primary industry is Retail Trade Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Greggs's Location?

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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 Greggs is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Greggs's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Greggs has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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