Marks And Spencer
Marks and Spencer, commonly known as M&S, is a renowned British multinational retailer headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1884, the company has evolved into a leading player in the retail industry, primarily focusing on food, clothing, and home goods. With a strong presence across Europe and Asia, M&S is celebrated for its high-quality products and commitment to sustainability. The brand is particularly famous for its premium food offerings, including ready meals and fresh produce, alongside a diverse range of stylish clothing and homeware. Marks and Spencer has consistently positioned itself as a market leader, achieving notable milestones such as the introduction of its Plan A sustainability initiative. This dedication to quality and ethical practices has solidified M&S's reputation as a trusted choice for consumers seeking excellence in retail.
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Marks And Spencer's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Marks and Spencer (M&S) reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 210,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 233,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a staggering 7,100,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions for the year amounted to around 7,333,000,000 kg CO2e. M&S has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its entire value supply chain by 2040. This includes a target to achieve net-zero emissions for its own operations (Scope 1) by 2035. Additionally, the company has committed to a 55% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 2030, using 2017 as the baseline year. For Scope 3 emissions, M&S aims for a 42% reduction by 2030 from a 2023 baseline. The retailer's near-term targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which supports a 55% reduction in GHG emissions across all scopes by 2030. M&S is also focused on reducing refrigeration gas carbon emissions by 80% in all operated stores in the UK and ROI by 2025. Overall, M&S is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions and has established a clear roadmap to achieve its long-term sustainability goals.
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| 2007 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 246,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 394,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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