Woolworths Holdings
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.
+11 vs industry average
Woolworths Holdings’s score of 46 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
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Woolworths Holdings's reported carbon emissions
Woolworths Holdings, a retail trade services company headquartered in ZA, reported a total of approximately 1.047 billion kg CO2e in emissions for fiscal year 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. In fiscal year 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 1.013 billion kg CO2e. For fiscal year 2022, total emissions stood at approximately 1.012 billion kg CO2e. The previous year, 2021, saw total emissions of approximately 782.9 million kg CO2e. Woolworths Holdings is committed to significant emissions reductions. The company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as a baseline. This target is consistent with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aims to keep warming to 1.5°C. In addition, they have a target to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 2040, with a 50% reduction by 2030. Furthermore, Woolworths Holdings has a goal to source all energy from renewable sources by 2030 and to work with its top suppliers, representing 25% of total procurement spend, to set their own reduction targets. As of their 2025 reporting, their Scope 1 and 2 emissions were 34% below the 2019 baseline, ahead of their SBTi forecasted trajectory.
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Woolworths Holdings’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
6 goals2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
Reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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