Pepkor
Pepkor Holdings Limited, commonly referred to as Pepkor, is a prominent retail company headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa. Established in 1965, Pepkor has evolved into a key player in the retail industry, primarily focusing on discount retailing, clothing, footwear, and homeware. The company operates extensively across Southern Africa, with a significant presence in countries such as Namibia, Botswana, and Zambia. Pepkor's core offerings include well-known brands like Pep, Ackermans, and Tekkie Town, which are distinguished by their affordability and quality. The company has achieved notable milestones, including a successful listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, solidifying its market position. With a commitment to value and customer satisfaction, Pepkor continues to thrive in the competitive retail landscape, making it a trusted choice for consumers seeking budget-friendly options.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Pepkor's score of 14 is lower than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Pepkor's reported carbon emissions
As of 2022, Pepkor reported total carbon emissions of approximately 286.3 million tonnes CO2e, which includes 25.9 million tonnes from Scope 1, 260.3 million tonnes from Scope 2, and 63.8 million tonnes from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 29.3 million tonnes in 2021 and a reduction in Scope 2 emissions from 233.4 million tonnes in the same year. Pepkor's emissions intensity per square metre for Scope 1 has also shown improvement, decreasing from 120,000 kg CO2e/m² in 2020 to 115,000 kg CO2e/m² in 2022. The company has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other frameworks, and its CDP score has been rated as "F" in recent assessments, indicating a need for improvement in climate-related disclosures and actions. Overall, while Pepkor has made some progress in reducing its emissions, further commitments and transparency in its climate strategy will be essential for aligning with industry standards and addressing climate change effectively.
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Add to project2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 31,509,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 259,700,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 21,992,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Pepkor 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.
