Kingfisher
Kingfisher plc, a leading home improvement retailer, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 1982, the company has established itself as a key player in the DIY and home improvement industry, with well-known brands such as B&Q and Screwfix under its umbrella. Kingfisher focuses on providing a wide range of products and services, including building materials, tools, and home improvement solutions. Their commitment to sustainability and innovation sets them apart in the market, as they continually strive to enhance customer experience and product quality. With a strong market position, Kingfisher has achieved notable milestones, including significant expansions and a robust online presence. The company remains dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of consumers, making it a trusted name in home improvement across its operational regions.
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Kingfisher's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Kingfisher's carbon emissions data reveals significant figures across various scopes. The company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 83,581,000 kg CO2e globally, while Scope 2 emissions were about 11,374,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 94,743,000 kg CO2e (location-based). Scope 3 emissions were notably high at approximately 19,596,309,000 kg CO2e, with the use of sold products contributing about 13,845,023,000 kg CO2e. For the UK specifically, Kingfisher's Scope 1 emissions were around 55,519,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 62,600 kg CO2e (market-based) and 31,930,000 kg CO2e (location-based). Notably, Kingfisher has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 37.8% by 2025, using a 2016/17 baseline. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aims to achieve a 40% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per £ million turnover by the same year. Kingfisher is also committed to reaching net-zero emissions for its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by the end of FY 2040/41, demonstrating a long-term commitment to sustainability. The company has already achieved a 62% reduction in its absolute greenhouse gas emissions since the 2016/17 baseline, surpassing its initial target of 37.8%. Overall, Kingfisher's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to reducing carbon emissions and contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
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| Scope 1 | 99,719,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 228,351,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 68,341,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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