Westwing Sustainability Profile
Westwing, officially known as Westwing Home & Living, is a leading online home and living retailer headquartered in Germany. Founded in 2011, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across Europe, establishing a strong presence in countries such as France, Italy, and Spain. Specialising in curated home décor and furniture, Westwing offers a unique shopping experience through its exclusive sales events and a diverse range of products, from stylish furniture to decorative accessories. The brand is renowned for its commitment to quality and design, making it a go-to destination for interior enthusiasts. With a focus on customer satisfaction and innovative marketing strategies, Westwing has achieved significant milestones, including a successful IPO in 2018. Today, it stands as a prominent player in the home furnishings industry, continually inspiring customers with fresh ideas and trends.
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Westwing's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Westwing Group SE reported total carbon emissions of approximately 147,175,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,081 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 771,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 145,324,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 72,769,000 kg CO2e) and end-of-life treatment of sold products (approximately 17,652,000 kg CO2e). Westwing has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 75% by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes a commitment that 80% of its suppliers, by spend, will have science-based targets by 2027. In 2023, Westwing's emissions were reported at approximately 4,600,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,393,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 3,163,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The previous year, 2022, saw Scope 1 emissions of about 2,776,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,397,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of about 5,788,000 kg CO2e. These commitments and emissions data reflect Westwing's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the retail sector.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,249,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,732,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,548,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
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Westwing's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Westwing's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 95% last year and decreased by approximately 97% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 16% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 50074% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Westwing's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Westwing has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
