Takealot.
Takealot, officially known as Takealot.com, is a leading South African e-commerce platform headquartered in Cape Town, ZA. Founded in 2011, the company has rapidly evolved, becoming a key player in the online retail industry across Southern Africa. Takealot offers a diverse range of products, including electronics, fashion, home goods, and groceries, distinguished by its commitment to customer satisfaction and efficient delivery services. With a robust marketplace model, Takealot connects consumers with a wide array of local and international sellers, enhancing its product offerings. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being recognised as one of the top online retailers in the region. Its innovative approach and strong market position make Takealot a go-to destination for online shopping in South Africa.
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Takealot.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Takealot reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,595,625,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 381,435,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 761,910,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 452,280,000 kg CO2e. In the previous year, 2022, the total emissions were about 1,475,780,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 183,614,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 816,944,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 475,222,000 kg CO2e. Comparing 2022 to 2023, there was an increase in total emissions, indicating a need for enhanced climate commitments and reduction strategies. Notably, Takealot has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint, which may limit their effectiveness in addressing climate change. Overall, while Takealot's emissions data reflects their operational impact, the absence of defined reduction targets suggests an opportunity for the company to strengthen its climate commitments and align with industry standards for sustainability.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 124,858,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 703,438,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 507,967,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Takealot. 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.
