Greggs plc, commonly known as Greggs, is a prominent player in the UK retail trade services sector, specifically focusing on food and beverage offerings. Headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB, the company has established a strong presence across the UK, with thousands of outlets serving a diverse customer base.
Founded in 1939, Greggs has evolved from a local bakery into a beloved national chain, renowned for its freshly baked goods, including pastries, sandwiches, and sweet treats. The brand is particularly famous for its vegan options and commitment to quality ingredients, setting it apart in a competitive market.
With a significant market position, Greggs has achieved notable milestones, including consistent growth in sales and a loyal customer following. Its innovative approach to menu development and customer engagement continues to drive its success in the retail trade industry.
-4 vs industry average
Greggs’s score of 32 is lower than 48% 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 31% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Greggs's reported carbon emissions
Greggs, a retail trade services company based in Great Britain, has set ambitious climate commitments. For the financial year 2023, Greggs reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 14,961,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,981,000 kg CO2e. This represents a combined total of approximately 17,942,000 kg CO2e for these scopes.
Greggs has a clear target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This commitment is aligned with keeping global warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, Greggs has committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services by 46.2% within the same timeframe, also from a 2019 baseline. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
While specific Scope 3 emissions data for 2023 are not provided, Greggs acknowledges the need to address emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution. For 2022, Greggs reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 15,559,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 7,109,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, Greggs reported total Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 30,122,000 kg CO2e.
Greggs's sustainability reporting highlights their commitment to reducing their environmental impact. The company is focused on achieving its science-based targets and is actively working towards a more sustainable future.
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Greggs’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
46.2% reduction in Scope 1
Greggs commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Greggs also commits to reduce absolute sc…
2030
46.2% reduction in Scope 2
Greggs commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Greggs also commits to reduce absolute sc…
2030
46.2% reduction in scope 3 total
Greggs commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Greggs also commits to reduce absolute sc…
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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