Public Profile

Jarir Bookstore

Jarir Bookstore, officially known as Jarir Marketing Company, is a leading retail chain headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Established in 1979, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the retail industry, primarily focusing on books, electronics, and office supplies. With a strong presence across the Kingdom and in other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, Jarir Bookstore has built a reputation for quality and customer service. The company offers a diverse range of products, including educational materials, stationery, and the latest technology gadgets, setting itself apart with its extensive selection and competitive pricing. Jarir Bookstore has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in retail and customer satisfaction, solidifying its position as a trusted destination for consumers seeking quality products in Saudi Arabia and beyond.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Jarir Bookstore's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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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.

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Industry Benchmark

Jarir Bookstore's score of 0 is lower than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Jarir Bookstore's reported carbon emissions

In 2020, Jarir Bookstore reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,586,270 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,294,770 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 8,291,500 kg CO2e. The data indicates a focus on energy intensity, with reported values increasing from 0.41 in 2017 to 0.52 in 2020, reflecting a growing energy demand relative to their operations. Despite the emissions data, there are currently no disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Jarir Bookstore. This absence of specific commitments suggests that while the company is aware of its carbon footprint, it has not yet established formal initiatives to reduce emissions or align with industry standards for climate action. As a leading retailer in Saudi Arabia, Jarir Bookstore's future climate commitments will be crucial in addressing its environmental impact and contributing to broader sustainability goals.

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Scope 1
1,294,770
Scope 2
8,291,500
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Jarir Bookstore'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. Jarir Bookstore is headquartered in SA, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Jarir Bookstore is not committed to any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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