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J D Wetherspoon plc, widely recognised as Wetherspoon or 'Spoons, is a prominent British hospitality company. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in the United Kingdom, it operates extensively across the UK and Republic of Ireland, a significant player in the hotel and restaurant services industry.
Specialising in value-for-money food and drink, J D Wetherspoon manages a vast network of pubs and a growing number of hotel accommodations. The brand is distinguished by its unique pub environments, often in historic buildings, offering a wide selection of real ales and extensive menus without background music or televisions. This distinctive approach has solidified its market position as a leading, affordable pub chain and community hub across Britain.
55
DitchCarbon score
+29 vs industry average
J D Wetherspoon’s score of 55 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Medium
Hospitality has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.257
20182025
The Hospitality industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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J D Wetherspoon's reported carbon emissions
J D Wetherspoon, a UK-based hotel and restaurant services company, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 858.2 million kg CO2e in 2025. This includes about 36.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 80.0 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 741.0 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
The company has set ambitious climate commitments. J D Wetherspoon commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050.
For near-term targets, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 80% by FY2033 from a FY2019 base year. Additionally, it plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 59% within the same timeframe.
For long-term targets, J D Wetherspoon commits to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by FY2050 from a FY2019 base year. These targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as being consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C.
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J D Wetherspoon’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2050
90% reduction in all scopes
J D Wetherspoon commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions 90% by FY2050 from a FY2019 base year.
Behind target90%
2033
80% reduction in Scope 2
J D Wetherspoon commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 80% by FY2033 from a FY2019 base year.
Behind target80%
2033
80% reduction in Scope 1
J D Wetherspoon commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 80% by FY2033 from a FY2019 base year.
Behind target80%
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Climate initiatives
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about J D Wetherspoon’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2025, J D Wetherspoon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 858.2 million kg CO2e. The largest portion, roughly 741.0 million kg CO2e, stems from Scope 3 emissions, reflecting significant value chain impacts. Scope 2 emissions accounted for about 80.0 million kg CO2e, while Scope 1 emissions were around 36.4 million kg CO2e. This comprehensive reporting across all three scopes highlights the company's commitment to understanding its environmental footprint within the hotel and restaurant services sector.
Data year: 2025
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