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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Waterstones's score of 18 is lower than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Waterstones's reported carbon emissions
Waterstones, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets. Without concrete figures or commitments, it is challenging to assess their carbon footprint or climate initiatives. However, the absence of data does not diminish the importance of climate action in the retail sector. As a leading bookseller, Waterstones is positioned to adopt sustainable practices and contribute to industry-wide efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The company may consider aligning with global standards and frameworks to enhance its climate commitments in the future.
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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.
Waterstones is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
