Waterstones
Waterstones, a prominent British bookseller, is headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1982, the company has established itself as a leading player in the UK book retail industry, with a strong presence across major cities and towns. Known for its extensive range of books, Waterstones offers a unique blend of new releases, classic literature, and exclusive editions, catering to diverse reading preferences. The chain is renowned for its inviting store environments, often featuring knowledgeable staff who provide personalised recommendations. Waterstones has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of rival booksellers, which has solidified its market position. With a commitment to promoting reading culture, Waterstones continues to be a beloved destination for book lovers throughout the UK.
DitchCarbon Score
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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.
Industry Benchmark
Waterstones's score of 3 is lower than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Waterstones's reported carbon emissions
Waterstones, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have publicly available data on its carbon emissions. As a result, specific figures regarding their Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions are not provided. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their initiatives. In the absence of concrete emissions data, it is essential to note that many companies in the retail sector are increasingly committing to sustainability and carbon reduction strategies. Waterstones may be engaging in similar efforts, but without specific information, it is difficult to detail their commitments or achievements in this area. As the industry moves towards greater transparency and accountability in climate action, it is anticipated that Waterstones will align with these trends, potentially establishing measurable targets in the future.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Waterstones 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.
