J D Wetherspoon
J D Wetherspoon, commonly known as Wetherspoon, is a prominent British pub chain headquartered in Watford, GB. Founded in 1979 by Tim Martin, the company has grown to operate over 900 pubs across the UK and Ireland, establishing itself as a key player in the hospitality industry. Wetherspoon is renowned for its unique approach to the pub experience, offering a diverse range of affordable food and drink options, including an extensive selection of real ales and craft beers. The chain is distinguished by its commitment to quality and value, often featuring local suppliers and seasonal menus. With a strong market position, Wetherspoon has received numerous accolades for its innovative business model and customer service, making it a favourite among pub-goers seeking a welcoming atmosphere and great value.
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J D Wetherspoon's score of 52 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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J D Wetherspoon's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, J D Wetherspoon reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,115,831,000 kg CO2e, comprising 35,839,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 79,044,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve an 80% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2033, using FY2019 as a baseline. Additionally, J D Wetherspoon targets a 59% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. For long-term goals, the company is committed to reaching net-zero emissions across all scopes by FY2050, with a target of reducing total emissions by 90% from the FY2019 baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, J D Wetherspoon's proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint reflects its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility within the hospitality sector.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 49,251,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 163,930,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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