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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Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Marks And Spencer's score of 61 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Marks And Spencer's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Marks and Spencer (M&S) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,600,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with specific emissions of 225,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 137,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, amounting to about 5,200,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from franchises, purchased goods and services, and end-of-life treatment of sold products. M&S has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030, using 2017 as the base year. This target is mirrored for Scope 3 emissions, indicating a comprehensive approach to tackling their overall carbon footprint. The company is committed to achieving these reductions in alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which supports efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, M&S's climate strategy reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and reducing carbon emissions across all scopes, positioning the company as a leader in the retail sector's response to climate change.
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Add to project| 2007 | 2017 | 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 |
| Scope 2 | 394,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 5,700,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Marks And Spencer 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.
