Greggs plc, commonly known as Greggs, is a leading British bakery chain headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB. Founded in 1939, the company has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence across the UK with thousands of outlets in major cities and towns. Specialising in freshly baked goods, Greggs is renowned for its delicious pastries, sandwiches, and sweet treats, including the iconic sausage roll and vegan options that cater to diverse dietary preferences.
With a commitment to quality and affordability, Greggs has positioned itself as a staple in the fast-food industry, consistently achieving notable milestones, such as expanding its menu to include healthier choices. The brand's focus on innovation and customer satisfaction has solidified its reputation, making it a beloved choice for millions of customers seeking convenient and tasty meal options.
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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 – 2026
Reported emissions
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Greggs's reported carbon emissions
Greggs plc, headquartered in GB, is committed to reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The company has set near-term absolute reduction targets for Scopes 1 and 2 emissions, aiming for a 46.2% decrease by 2030 from a 2019 base year. This commitment is aligned with keeping global warming to 1.5°C. In terms of emissions data: For the reporting year 2023, Greggs reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1.35 million kg CO2e from mobile combustion, 5.51 million kg CO2e from fugitive emissions, and 9.15 million kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity were approximately 2.98 million kg CO2e. Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2023 were approximately 19.98 million kg CO2e. For the reporting year 2022, Scope 1 emissions included about 666,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion, approximately 7.00 million kg CO2e from fugitive emissions, and about 8.89 million kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity were approximately 7.11 million kg CO2e. Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2022 were approximately 23.67 million kg CO2e. For the reporting year 2020, total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 30.12 million kg CO2e. Greggs is also committed to reducing its absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services by 46.2% by 2030, also from a 2019 base year. Data for Scope 3 emissions for 2022 and 2023 indicates missing data points for purchased goods and services, and upstream transportation and distribution. No specific total absolute emissions figures covering all scopes are available for the most recent reporting years.
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Greggs’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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