Wh Smith
WH Smith PLC, commonly known as WH Smith, is a prominent British retailer headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1792, the company has evolved into a leading player in the retail industry, primarily focusing on books, stationery, and convenience products. With a significant presence in travel and high street sectors, WH Smith operates numerous stores across the UK and internationally, catering to diverse customer needs. The company is renowned for its extensive range of books, magazines, and stationery, alongside a growing selection of snacks and beverages in travel locations. WH Smith's unique blend of traditional retail and modern convenience has solidified its market position, making it a go-to destination for both everyday essentials and leisure reading. Over the years, WH Smith has achieved notable milestones, including its expansion into airports and railway stations, enhancing its visibility and accessibility to a broad audience.
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Wh Smith's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, WH Smith reported total carbon emissions of approximately 516,030,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 513,030,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,370,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,809,000 kg CO2e (market-based). In 2023, the company’s emissions were slightly lower, at around 468,420,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 1,765,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 9,337,000 kg CO2e (market-based). WH Smith has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This target is part of their broader strategy to engage with suppliers, with a goal that 75% of their suppliers covering purchased goods and services will have science-based targets by 2027. Additionally, WH Smith has previously aimed for a 45% reduction in emissions per square foot from their UK stores and distribution centres by 2020, against a 2007 baseline. These initiatives reflect WH Smith's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint in line with industry standards.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,537,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 21,419,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,210,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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