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Waitrose & Partners, a prominent name in the UK retail trade services sector, is headquartered in GB and operates extensively across England, Scotland, and Wales. Founded in 1904, the company has established itself as a leader in the grocery market, known for its commitment to quality and customer service.
Specialising in premium food products, Waitrose offers a diverse range of groceries, including fresh produce, organic items, and ready-to-eat meals. Its unique selling proposition lies in its focus on ethically sourced ingredients and sustainable practices, setting it apart from competitors.
With a strong market position, Waitrose has garnered numerous accolades for its quality and innovation, making it a trusted choice for discerning shoppers. The brand continues to evolve, embracing new trends while maintaining its core values of quality and community engagement.
42
DitchCarbon score
+6 vs industry average
Waitrose’s score of 42 is higher than 57% 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 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Waitrose's reported carbon emissions
Waitrose, a UK-based retail trade services company, reported approximately 241 million kg CO2e in total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions for 2022. This includes approximately 123.3 million kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, 105.9 million kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions, and 15.2 million kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions.
In 2021, Waitrose's total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions were approximately 277.8 million kg CO2e, comprising around 135.7 million kg CO2e in Scope 1, 117.7 million kg CO2e in Scope 2, and 24.4 million kg CO2e in Scope 3.
Looking back to 2018, the company's total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions stood at approximately 395.4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 168 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 183 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 44.4 million kg CO2e.
Waitrose is a current subsidiary of John Lewis Partnership plc, and its SBTi targets and other climate initiatives are cascaded from John Lewis Partnership plc.
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Waitrose’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
No climate goals have been disclosed for Waitrose yet.
Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from John Lewis Partnership plcFY2030 targetSee details
Active
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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Climate Action 100
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