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Varner, officially known as Varner Group, is a prominent player in the retail trade services sector, specialising in the repair and maintenance of personal and household goods. Headquartered in Norway, the company operates across various regions, delivering comprehensive retail and repair solutions. Founded in 1962, Varner has established a strong market presence through decades of experience and continuous growth.
The company’s core offerings include repair services for a wide range of household items, alongside retail sales of related products. What sets Varner apart is its commitment to quality and customer service, ensuring reliable solutions for everyday needs. Recognised for its stability and industry expertise, Varner remains a key figure in the retail trade services industry in Norway and beyond.
34
DitchCarbon score
-2 vs industry average
Varner’s score of 34 is higher than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.181
20182025
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Varner's reported carbon emissions
Varner, headquartered in Norway and operating in the retail trade sector, reported approximately 346,646,000 kg CO2e in total emissions for 2024. This figure primarily comprises Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 317,389,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined for 2024 were approximately 29,257,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, total emissions were about 289,197,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 accounting for approximately 260,723,000 kg CO2e and combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions at about 28,474,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, total emissions stood at approximately 420,109,000 kg CO2e, including about 396,579,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 and approximately 23,530,000 kg CO2e from combined Scope 1 and 2.
Varner has set a near-term target for a 50% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 levels as a baseline. The company was listed as "Committed" to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as of February 2022, though a subsequent entry indicates this commitment has since been removed due to expiry.
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Varner’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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