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John Lewis, officially known as John Lewis Partnership, is a prominent British department store chain headquartered in GB. Founded in 1864, the company has established itself as a leader in the retail industry, particularly in the UK, where it operates numerous stores across major cities.
Specialising in a diverse range of products, John Lewis offers everything from fashion and home goods to electronics and beauty products, all distinguished by their commitment to quality and customer service. The brand is renowned for its unique partnership model, which allows employees to share in the profits, fostering a strong sense of community and dedication.
With a rich history of innovation and customer satisfaction, John Lewis has achieved notable milestones, including its reputation for exceptional customer service and a strong online presence. As a trusted name in department stores, it continues to set industry standards while adapting to the evolving retail landscape.
67
DitchCarbon score
+19 vs industry average
John Lewis’s score of 67 is higher than 100% 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
Department Stores has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.197
20182025
The Department Stores industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Reported emissions
No reported emissions data is available for John Lewis yet.
John Lewis's reported carbon emissions
As a current subsidiary of John Lewis Partnership plc, John Lewis's climate commitments are cascaded from its parent company. John Lewis Partnership plc aims to achieve net zero in its operations (Scope 1 and 2 emissions) by 2035. Since the 2020/21 baseline, the group has achieved a 24.3% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
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John Lewis’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from John Lewis Partnership plcSee details
Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from John Lewis Partnership plcSee details
Not active
The Climate Pledge
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Not active
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Not active
RE 100
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Not active
Climate Action 100
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Not active
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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