John Lewis Partnership, commonly known as John Lewis, is a prominent British retailer headquartered in GB. Established in 1864, the company has evolved into a leading player in the retail trade services sector, excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles, while also offering repair services for personal and household goods.
With a strong presence across the UK, John Lewis is renowned for its diverse range of products, including high-quality home goods, fashion, and electronics. The brand is distinguished by its commitment to customer service and ethical sourcing, which has solidified its reputation in the market.
Notable achievements include its innovative approach to employee ownership, making it a unique entity in the retail landscape. As a trusted name in retail, John Lewis continues to set industry standards while adapting to changing consumer needs.
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Industry Intensity
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
John Lewis's reported carbon emissions
John Lewis, a UK-based retailer in the "Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52)" sector, reported a total of approximately 183.6 billion kg CO2e in emissions for 2024. This total encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 103.3 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 16.4 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 14.9 billion kg CO2e. For 2023, John Lewis reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 118.9 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions of about 1.4 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not available for this year. In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 134.3 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were around 0.8 billion kg CO2e. Looking further back, in 2015, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 204.5 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) of about 43.6 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 of approximately 61.4 billion kg CO2e. In 2014, Scope 1 emissions were around 218.0 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) were approximately 343.6 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 were about 62.3 billion kg CO2e. John Lewis has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve net zero emissions across its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2035, with a reported reduction of 24.3% in group Scope 1 and 2 emissions since a 2020/21 baseline. As of 2024, the company reports being on track for its net zero target for Scope 1 and 2 operations. Additionally, a commitment exists for an absolute energy reduction within the Partnership’s physical estate of 25% by 2028, using a 2018 baseline. The company states it is on track for this target for 2023. This emissions data is inherited from John Lewis plc, with the cascade level at 2 and the relationship type identified as a current subsidiary. The company's climate commitments, including SBTi and RE100 targets, are cascaded from John Lewis Partnership plc.
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John Lewis’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2028
25% reduction in Scope 1
An absolute energy reduction within the Partnership’s physical estate of 25% by 2028 from a 2018 baseline
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from John Lewis Partnership plc
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from John Lewis Partnership plc
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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