Walgreens Boots Alliance
Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. is a leading global pharmacy-led health and wellbeing company headquartered in the United States. Established in 2014 through the merger of Walgreens and Alliance Boots, the company operates extensively across North America and Europe, providing essential health services and products.
The organisation is primarily engaged in the retail pharmacy and health and wellness sectors, offering a diverse range of services, including prescription medications, health and beauty products, and personalised healthcare solutions. Walgreens Boots Alliance is renowned for its commitment to innovation and customer care, setting it apart in a competitive market.
With a strong market position, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its digital health services and a robust presence in the pharmacy sector. Its dedication to improving health outcomes and enhancing customer experiences continues to drive its success in the industry.
+45 vs industry average
Walgreens Boots Alliance’s score of 80 is higher than 89% 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
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Walgreens Boots Alliance's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Walgreens Boots Alliance reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11.1 billion kg CO2e, comprising 242 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 880 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 9.9 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero Scope 1 emissions by 2035 and net zero Scope 2 emissions by 2030, as part of a broader initiative to support the UK's net zero transition by 2040. Walgreens Boots Alliance is committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% by the end of fiscal 2030, using a 2019 baseline. This commitment reflects their ongoing efforts to mitigate climate impact and align with industry standards. The company has also pledged to collaborate with other UK retailers to develop a roadmap for achieving complete net zero emissions. Overall, Walgreens Boots Alliance is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while adhering to industry best practices in climate action.
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Walgreens Boots Alliance’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2030
30% reduction in Scope 2
WBA set a target to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% from a 2019 baseline by the end of fiscal 2030.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
12 of 15 categories disclosedSee all scope 3 categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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