Woolworths Holdings
Woolworths Holdings Limited, commonly known as Woolworths, is a prominent South African retail group headquartered in Cape Town, ZA. Founded in 1931, the company has established itself as a leader in the retail industry, primarily operating in Southern Africa and Australia. Woolworths is renowned for its high-quality food, clothing, and homeware products, setting itself apart through a commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing. With a diverse range of offerings, including fresh produce, premium clothing lines, and stylish home goods, Woolworths has garnered a loyal customer base. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as its expansion into the Australian market and the introduction of innovative shopping experiences. As a market leader, Woolworths continues to focus on quality and customer satisfaction, solidifying its position as a trusted brand in the retail sector.
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Woolworths Holdings's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Woolworths Holdings, headquartered in South Africa (ZA), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 458,166,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 73,311,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 357,119,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 458,166,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This reflects their ongoing commitment to transparency in carbon reporting. Woolworths has set ambitious climate targets, committing to a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, they aim for 25% of their suppliers, based on spend covering purchased goods and services, to establish science-based targets by 2024. These initiatives align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company's emissions data indicates a proactive approach to managing their carbon footprint, with a focus on both operational emissions and supply chain impacts. Woolworths Holdings continues to enhance its sustainability practices, reflecting a commitment to environmental stewardship within the retail sector.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 29,265,660 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 85,491,030 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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