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Retail Trade Services
GB
updated 3 months ago

McColl's Retail Group plc Sustainability Profile

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McColl's Retail Group plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a prominent player in the convenience retail sector. Founded in 1973, the company has evolved significantly, operating over 1,200 stores across the UK, primarily in urban and suburban areas. McColl's focuses on delivering essential groceries, fresh food, and a range of household products, catering to the everyday needs of its customers. The company is well-known for its unique combination of convenience stores and newsagents, providing a tailored shopping experience. With a strong commitment to local communities, McColl's has established itself as a trusted brand, achieving notable milestones such as the acquisition of the Co-op's convenience stores in 2019. As a leader in the convenience retail market, McColl's continues to innovate and adapt, ensuring it meets the evolving demands of consumers.

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How does McColl's Retail Group 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.

28

Industry Average

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.

31

Industry Benchmark

McColl's Retail Group plc's score of 28 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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McColl's Retail Group plc's reported carbon emissions

McColl's Retail Group plc, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it report specific reduction targets or initiatives. The company has not disclosed any climate commitments or pledges, and there are no emissions figures inherited from a parent organization. As such, McColl's Retail Group plc appears to be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Without specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is challenging to assess their environmental impact or commitment to sustainability within the retail sector.

How Carbon Intensive is McColl's Retail Group plc's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. McColl's Retail Group plc's primary industry is Retail Trade Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is McColl's Retail Group plc's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for McColl's Retail Group plc is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

McColl's Retail Group plc's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

McColl's Retail Group plc has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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Compare McColl's Retail Group plc's Emissions with Industry Peers

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Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52)
Updated 15 days ago

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Wholesale trade and commission trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles (51)
Updated 10 days ago

Asda Stores Limited

GB
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Wholesale trade and commission trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles (51)
Updated 3 months ago

Costco Wholesale

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Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52)
Updated 14 days ago

Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited

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Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52)
Updated 14 days ago

Amazon

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Computer and related services (72)
Updated 5 days ago

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