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Gym Sustainability Profile

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Gym Group PLC, commonly known as The Gym, is a leading fitness provider headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2007, The Gym has rapidly expanded its presence across the UK, offering affordable and flexible gym memberships to a diverse clientele. Specialising in 24/7 access to state-of-the-art fitness facilities, The Gym distinguishes itself with a no-frills approach that prioritises accessibility and convenience. With over 180 locations nationwide, it has become a prominent player in the health and fitness industry, catering to both casual gym-goers and dedicated fitness enthusiasts. Notable achievements include a significant increase in membership numbers and recognition for its innovative approach to fitness. The Gym continues to set industry standards, making fitness more accessible to everyone.

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82

Industry Average

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25

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Gym's score of 82 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Gym's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, The Gym Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 70,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 9,017,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 60,673,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 32,242,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1,884,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 8,701,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 21,657,000 kg CO2e. The Gym Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2019 baseline. Additionally, they are committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2045. For Scope 3 emissions, the company targets a 55% reduction per gym by 2030, covering various categories such as purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commuting. The Gym Group's long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2045 and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per gym within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainability and climate action.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
2,157,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
8,797,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
62,274,000
0,000,000
000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Gym's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Gym's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Gym'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 Gym is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Gym's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Gym's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 13% last year and decreased by approximately 3% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 23% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Capital Goods
23%
Purchased Goods and Services
11%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
5%
Business Travel
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%

Gym'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.

Gym 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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