PureGym, officially known as Pure Gym Limited, is a leading fitness provider headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2009, the company has rapidly expanded its presence across the UK and beyond, offering affordable, no-contract gym memberships to millions of fitness enthusiasts. Specialising in 24/7 access to state-of-the-art facilities, PureGym distinguishes itself with a focus on convenience and flexibility, catering to a diverse clientele. With over 300 locations, it has become one of the largest gym chains in the UK, known for its innovative approach to fitness and commitment to member satisfaction. Key milestones include significant growth in membership numbers and the introduction of a range of fitness classes and personal training options, solidifying its position in the competitive health and fitness industry.
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In 2023, Puregym reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,597,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3,217,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity at around 12,858,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions included approximately 276,000 kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities and about 246,000 kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution. Comparatively, in 2022, Puregym's total emissions were about 14,833,000 kg CO2e in the UK, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 2,679,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 11,788,000 kg CO2e. The company also reported Scope 3 emissions of about 278,000 kg CO2e for fuel and energy-related activities and 88,000 kg CO2e for upstream transportation and distribution. Puregym has committed to setting science-based targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) by the end of 2026, focusing on improving data capability for Scope 3 emissions reporting. This commitment reflects their dedication to reducing carbon emissions across all scopes, particularly Scope 1 and Scope 2, as part of their near-term climate strategy. The emissions data is cascaded from Pure Gym Limited, with additional reporting sourced from Pinnacle Bidco plc for broader corporate accountability.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,664,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,940,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 779,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Puregym's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 43% last year and decreased by approximately 33% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 3% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 53% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Puregym 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.