Woolworths Sustainability Profile
Woolworths Group Limited, commonly known as Woolworths, is a leading Australian supermarket chain headquartered in Bella Vista, New South Wales. Founded in 1924, Woolworths has grown to become a cornerstone of the Australian retail landscape, operating over 1,000 stores across the country and serving millions of customers each week. As a major player in the grocery industry, Woolworths offers a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, groceries, and household items, with a strong emphasis on quality and sustainability. The company is renowned for its commitment to local sourcing and innovative shopping experiences, such as online grocery delivery. Woolworths holds a prominent market position, consistently ranking among the top retailers in Australia. Its dedication to customer satisfaction and community engagement has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted brand in the Australian market.
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Woolworths's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Woolworths Group reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 44,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,060,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a staggering 35,110,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions reached about 1,500,000,000 kg CO2e. Woolworths has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 63% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2015 as a baseline. Additionally, they target a 19% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets have been ratified by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). Looking further ahead, Woolworths aspires to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This includes a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% by 2030 and 90% by 2045, alongside a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050. Furthermore, they aim to eliminate deforestation linked to their primary commodities by 2025. Woolworths's climate strategy reflects a comprehensive approach to sustainability, addressing both operational and supply chain emissions while aligning with global climate goals.
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| 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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Woolworths's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Woolworths's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 25% last year and increased significantly since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 82% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Woolworths'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.
Woolworths 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.
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