John Lewis Partnership plc
John Lewis Partnership plc, commonly known as John Lewis, is a prominent British retailer headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1864, the company has established itself as a leader in the retail industry, operating a diverse range of department stores and supermarkets under the John Lewis and Waitrose brands. With a strong presence across the UK, John Lewis Partnership is renowned for its commitment to quality and customer service, offering a unique selection of products from fashion and home goods to groceries. The partnership model, which allows employees to share in the profits, sets it apart in the competitive retail landscape. Notable achievements include its reputation for innovation in retail and a loyal customer base, positioning John Lewis Partnership as a trusted name in British retail.
DitchCarbon Score
How does John Lewis Partnership plc'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
John Lewis Partnership plc's score of 28 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
John Lewis Partnership plc's reported carbon emissions
John Lewis Partnership plc, headquartered in Great Britain, has made significant commitments towards reducing its carbon emissions, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its entire value chain by FY2050. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has set ambitious near-term and long-term reduction targets. For the near term, John Lewis Partnership has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 60% by FY2030, using FY2020 as the baseline. Additionally, it aims to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions—primarily from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products—by 42% within the same timeframe. The company also plans to achieve a 30.3% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 3 emissions related to its FLAG (Forestry, Land Use, Agriculture, and Goods) by FY2030. In the long term, John Lewis Partnership targets a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2035 and a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2050, again referencing FY2020 as the baseline year. Furthermore, the company has committed to reducing FLAG emissions by 72% by FY2035 and FY2050, respectively, and aims to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by FY2025. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change and promoting sustainability within the retail sector.
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John Lewis Partnership plc is committed to some 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.
