Pepkor
Pepkor Holdings Limited, headquartered in South Africa (ZA), is a prominent player in the retail industry, specialising in value retail and diversified retail services. Founded in 2002, Pepkor has established a strong presence across Southern Africa, with a focus on providing affordable clothing, footwear, and homeware through its extensive network of stores. The company operates several well-known brands, including Pep, Ackermans, and Tekkie Town, each offering unique products that cater to various consumer needs. Pepkor's commitment to quality and affordability has positioned it as a leader in the market, achieving significant milestones such as expanding its footprint into new regions and enhancing its online retail capabilities. With a robust operational strategy, Pepkor continues to thrive in the competitive retail landscape, making it a key player in the Southern African economy.
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Pepkor's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Pepkor reported total carbon emissions of approximately 286,267,000 kg CO2e, which includes 25,935,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 260,332,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 63,829,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2021, where they were about 29,314,000 kg CO2e, and a reduction in Scope 2 emissions from 233,404,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Over the years, Pepkor has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with emissions from Scope 1 and 2 combined decreasing from approximately 291,209,000 kg CO2e in 2020 to 286,267,000 kg CO2e in 2022. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by the company, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Pepkor's emissions intensity per square metre has also been reported, with values of 120,000 kg CO2e/m² in 2020 and 115,000 kg CO2e/m² in 2022, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve efficiency. The company operates within a global context, where retail and consumer goods sectors are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon reduction strategies.
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| 2020 | 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 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.
