Selfridges Sustainability Profile
Selfridges, officially known as Selfridges & Co., is a renowned British department store chain headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1909 by Harry Gordon Selfridge, the company has established itself as a leader in the retail industry, particularly in luxury goods and fashion. With flagship locations in London and major stores across the UK, Selfridges offers a diverse range of products, including clothing, beauty, homeware, and gourmet food. The store is celebrated for its innovative shopping experiences and commitment to customer service, making it a unique destination for shoppers. Selfridges has received numerous accolades, including being named the Best Department Store in the World at the Global Department Store Summit. With a strong market position, Selfridges continues to set trends in retail, blending tradition with modernity to create an unparalleled shopping environment.
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Selfridges's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Selfridges reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,004,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for the entirety of this figure. The company also disclosed Scope 2 emissions, which totalled about 8,511,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 2,019,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions again being the sole contributor. Over the past five years, Selfridges has shown fluctuations in its emissions, with the highest recorded in 2019 at approximately 2,700,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which is critical for a comprehensive understanding of its overall carbon footprint. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives, Selfridges is part of a corporate family that includes Selfridges & Co. Limited, from which it inherits certain sustainability commitments. However, no specific SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets have been established or reported. Selfridges's climate commitments and performance are essential for understanding its role in the retail sector's transition towards sustainability, particularly as it navigates the challenges of reducing emissions in a complex operational landscape.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,440,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,972,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 257,391,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Selfridges'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.
Selfridges 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.
