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Viking Direct

Viking Direct, a prominent name in the office supplies industry, is headquartered in Great Britain and serves a wide range of operational regions across Europe. Founded in 1960, the company has established itself as a reliable provider of essential office products and services, catering to both small businesses and large enterprises. Specialising in a comprehensive selection of office supplies, furniture, technology, and stationery, Viking Direct stands out for its commitment to quality and customer service. The company’s extensive product range is designed to meet the diverse needs of modern workplaces, ensuring efficiency and productivity. With a strong market position, Viking Direct has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its innovative solutions and customer-centric approach. As a trusted partner for businesses, Viking Direct continues to lead the way in the office supplies sector, making it a go-to choice for professionals across the UK and beyond.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Viking Direct's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

7

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

11

Industry Benchmark

Viking Direct's score of 7 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Viking Direct's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Viking Direct reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 392,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 858,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 3,039,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant reduction from 2017, when total emissions were about 9,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3,070,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 3,620,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 6,098,000 kg CO2e. Viking Direct has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives related to document reduction or science-based targets. However, the substantial decrease in emissions from 2017 to 2022 indicates a commitment to improving their carbon footprint. The company continues to focus on reducing its environmental impact as part of its broader climate commitments.

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Scope 1
3,070,000
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Scope 2
3,620,000
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Scope 3
6,098,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Viking Direct's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Viking Direct is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Viking Direct is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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