Poundland
Poundland, officially known as Poundland Limited, is a leading discount retailer headquartered in GB. Established in 1990, the company has grown significantly, operating over 800 stores across the UK and Ireland. Specialising in a wide range of products, Poundland offers everything from household essentials to snacks, all at unbeatable prices, typically £1 or less. The retailer is renowned for its unique value proposition, providing customers with a budget-friendly shopping experience without compromising on quality. Over the years, Poundland has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of its own brand products and expansion into new categories. As a prominent player in the discount retail sector, Poundland continues to solidify its market position, catering to the needs of cost-conscious consumers while maintaining a commitment to affordability and variety.
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Poundland's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Poundland reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 14,211,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 12,540,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 15,679,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a comprehensive assessment of their carbon footprint across all relevant scopes. Comparatively, in 2021, Poundland's emissions were about 42,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 12,844,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 17,059,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 17,558,000 kg CO2e. The figures indicate a slight reduction in total emissions from 2021 to 2022. Poundland has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the retail sector. Overall, Poundland's emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and potential for future climate commitments to enhance sustainability efforts.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,690,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 20,715,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 17,343,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Poundland 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.
