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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 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.
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Woolworths Holdings, a retail trade services company headquartered in ZA, is committed to reducing its carbon footprint. For the reporting year 2024, the company reported total global emissions of approximately 879.4 million kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 (approximately 57.2 million kg CO2e), Scope 2 (approximately 317.7 million kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (approximately 490.4 million kg CO2e).
In 2023, Woolworths Holdings reported global emissions of approximately 888.6 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 73.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 357.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 458.2 million kg CO2e.
Woolworths Holdings has set ambitious climate targets, including a commitment, approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. They are also working with their top suppliers, representing 25% of total procurement spend, to set their own reduction targets. Additionally, the company aims to source all energy from renewable sources by 2030. Their 2025 progress shows Scope 1 and 2 emissions were 34% below the 2019 baseline, ahead of their SBTi forecasted trajectory. They also have a long-term goal to reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
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50% reduction in Scope 1
Woolworths Holdings Ltd commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
Woolworths Holdings Ltd commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
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