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Woolworths Holdings
Retail Trade ServicesSouth AfricaPNK: WLWHY
Last verified 9 days agowoolworthsholdings.co.za
Woolworths Holdings Limited, commonly known as Woolworths, is a prominent South African retail company headquartered in Cape Town, ZA. Established in 1931, Woolworths has evolved into a leading player in the retail trade services sector, focusing on high-quality food, clothing, and home goods. The company operates primarily in Southern Africa, with a growing presence in Australia and other international markets.
Woolworths is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, offering a diverse range of products that include fresh produce, stylish apparel, and home essentials. The brand's unique approach to sourcing and customer service has solidified its market position, making it a trusted choice among consumers. Notable achievements include its innovative loyalty programme and a strong emphasis on ethical sourcing, which further enhances its reputation in the competitive retail landscape.
47
DitchCarbon score
+11 vs industry average
Woolworths Holdings’s score of 47 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.181
20182025
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Woolworths Holdings's reported carbon emissions
Woolworths Holdings, a retail trade services company based in South Africa, reported Scope 1 emissions of 57,227,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 317,674,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 490,383,000 kg CO2e for the 2024 reporting year.
Woolworths Holdings has committed to several climate targets. The company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. This near-term target has been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C. Separately, the company also has a long-term target to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2021 base year. Additionally, Woolworths Holdings is working towards achieving net-zero Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 2040, with an interim goal of a 50% reduction by 2030. This is supported by a commitment to source all energy from renewable sources by 2030. The company also aims for 25% of its suppliers, by spend covering purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by 2024.
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Woolworths Holdings’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
Woolworths Holdings Ltd commits to reduce absolute scope 1 scope 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
Insufficient data50%
2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
Woolworths Holdings Ltd commits to reduce absolute scope 1 scope 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
Insufficient data50%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Woolworths Holdings’s sustainability data and climate commitments
For the 2024 reporting year, Woolworths Holdings reported total combined Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 875.3 million kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of around 57.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totaling approximately 317.7 million kg CO2e, and a significant portion from Scope 3 emissions at about 490.4 million kg CO2e. This comprehensive reporting across all scopes provides a clear picture of the company's environmental impact within the retail trade services sector.
Data year: 2024
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