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 336,806,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 212,049,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 2,331,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions related to business travel. This represents a decrease from 2021, where total emissions were about 792,902,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 357,939,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 245,382,000 kg CO2e. Morrisons has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has consistently reported emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its environmental impact. The intensity ratio for 2021 was reported at 0.0285 tonnes CO2e per £m turnover, reflecting the company's efforts to manage emissions relative to its revenue. Overall, while Morrisons has made strides in emissions reporting and reduction, further details on specific climate commitments or targets would enhance understanding of its long-term sustainability strategy.
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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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Morrisons is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
