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 2023, Kingfisher plc reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 2 emissions in Great Britain amounting to approximately 33,848,930 kg CO2e (location-based) and 811,990 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net zero emissions for its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by the end of 2040/41. Additionally, Kingfisher is committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 37.8% by 2025, using 2016 as the base year. For Scope 3 emissions, the company targets a 40% reduction per £ million turnover by 2025, compared to a 2017 baseline. These targets align with science-based methodologies, reflecting Kingfisher's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its overall carbon footprint.
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| 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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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 | 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 | 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 | 0,000,000 | 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 | 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 |
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