Next
Next plc, commonly known as Next, is a leading British multinational retailer headquartered in Enderby, Leicestershire, GB. Founded in 1982, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the fashion and homeware industry, operating over 500 stores across the UK and a significant online presence that reaches international markets. Next is renowned for its diverse range of products, including clothing, footwear, and home furnishings, distinguished by quality and contemporary design. The brand's commitment to customer service and innovative online shopping experiences has solidified its market position, making it a go-to destination for style-conscious consumers. With a strong focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing, Next continues to adapt to changing consumer preferences while achieving notable milestones in retail excellence.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Next'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Apparel Production 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
Next's score of 46 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Next's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Next reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,206,463,000 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 2,119,736,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of emissions included approximately 43,404,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 5,638,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. In the UK, Next's emissions for 2023 were approximately 43,343,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 39,085,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 81,495,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. Next has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions, indicating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. The absence of formal reduction targets suggests that Next may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 46,911,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 70,693,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 42,763,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Next 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.
