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Headlam

Headlam Group plc, commonly known as Headlam, is a leading distributor of floor coverings in the UK and Europe, headquartered in Walsall, England. Established in 1986, the company has grown significantly, expanding its operations across various regions, including the Midlands, North, and South of England, as well as parts of Europe. Specialising in a diverse range of flooring products, Headlam offers unique solutions in carpets, vinyl, laminate, and wood flooring, catering to both residential and commercial markets. The company is recognised for its extensive product portfolio and commitment to quality, positioning itself as a trusted partner for retailers and contractors alike. With a strong market presence and a reputation for reliability, Headlam continues to achieve notable milestones in the flooring industry.

DitchCarbon Score

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38

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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Headlam's score of 38 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Headlam's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Headlam Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14.6 million tonnes CO2e, comprising 9.2 million tonnes from Scope 1, 1.6 million tonnes from Scope 2, and about 847.4 million tonnes from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects the company's ongoing commitment to addressing its carbon footprint across all scopes. Headlam has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050, as part of its long-term strategy. The company is actively working towards this goal, having initiated its reduction targets in 2023. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to sustainability. In previous years, Headlam's emissions have shown variability, with 2021 emissions recorded at approximately 16.4 million tonnes CO2e, which included significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, particularly from purchased goods and services. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, striving for transparency and accountability in its climate initiatives. Overall, Headlam's commitment to reducing its carbon emissions aligns with industry standards and reflects a proactive stance in combating climate change.

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Scope 1
23,353,000
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Scope 2
2,109,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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

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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. Headlam is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Headlam is committed to some 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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