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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In 2023, Greggs reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 19,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 6,500,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 70,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, amounting to a total of about 95,500,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared to 2022, where emissions were 20,000,000 kg CO2e and 7,000,000 kg CO2e, respectively, while Scope 3 emissions were 75,000,000 kg CO2e. Greggs has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, Greggs is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by the same percentage within the same timeframe. These commitments highlight Greggs's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the retail sector.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 23,776,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 9,145,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 90,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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