Pepkor Sustainability Profile
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, comprising 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. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from upstream transportation and distribution (27,765,000 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (21,025,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2021, Pepkor's total emissions were about 262,718,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 29,314,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 233,404,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 23,380,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in total emissions from 2021 to 2022. Pepkor has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, and there are no documented initiatives aimed at reducing emissions. The emissions data is sourced directly from Pepkor Holdings Limited, with no cascading from a parent or related organization. The company continues to monitor its carbon footprint across all scopes, but further commitments or strategies for reduction have not been disclosed.
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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's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Pepkor's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 173% last year and increased by approximately 190% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 18% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 43% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Pepkor's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Pepkor has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
