Very
Very, officially known as The Very Group, is a leading online retailer headquartered in GB, with significant operations across the UK. Founded in 2009, the company has rapidly evolved within the e-commerce industry, specialising in fashion, homeware, and electrical goods. Very distinguishes itself through its unique combination of retail and financial services, offering customers flexible payment options and a seamless shopping experience. With a strong market position, it has garnered recognition for its innovative approach to online shopping and customer engagement. As a prominent player in the UK retail landscape, Very continues to expand its product offerings and enhance its digital platform, solidifying its reputation as a go-to destination for consumers seeking quality and convenience.
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Very's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Very reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,214,640 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 1,000,760 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,147,930 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 65,950 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 3,246,370 kg CO2e, comprising 851,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 2,305,370 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 90,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). Very has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by FY2040, using FY2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, they have established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by FY2030, and Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The emissions data and targets are cascaded from The Very Group Limited, which is the parent organization. The Very Group is committed to reaching net-zero emissions across its value chain by FY2040, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 921,760 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,163,830 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 38,850 | 00,000 |
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