Morrisons
Morrisons, officially known as WM Morrison Supermarkets plc, is a prominent British supermarket chain headquartered in Bradford, GB. Founded in 1899, it has grown to become one of the largest food retailers in the UK, with a strong presence across England, Scotland, and Wales. The company operates primarily in the grocery industry, offering a wide range of products including fresh produce, meat, bakery items, and household goods. Morrisons is distinguished by its commitment to sourcing local products and its unique market position as a food manufacturer and retailer. Over the years, it has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its own-brand products and a focus on sustainability. With a reputation for quality and value, Morrisons continues to be a key player in the competitive UK supermarket landscape.
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Morrisons's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Morrisons reported total carbon emissions of approximately 792,311,000 kg CO2e, which includes Scope 1 emissions of about 336,806,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 212,049,000 kg CO2e. The company also recorded Scope 3 emissions related to business travel, amounting to about 2,331,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2018, Morrisons' total emissions were approximately 942,863,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reduction over the years. The breakdown for 2018 included Scope 1 emissions of about 486,181,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 456,682,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Morrisons. The company has not outlined any science-based targets or formal commitments to further reduce its carbon footprint. As a major player in the retail sector, Morrisons is positioned within an industry increasingly focused on sustainability and climate action, yet it appears to be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 486,181,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 456,682,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Morrisons is not committed to any 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.
