Morrisons Sustainability Profile
Morrisons, officially known as WM Morrison Supermarkets plc, is a prominent British supermarket chain headquartered in Bradford, GB. Founded in 1899, it has grown to become one of the largest food retailers in the UK, with a strong presence across England, Scotland, and Wales. The company operates primarily in the grocery industry, offering a wide range of products including fresh produce, meat, bakery items, and household goods. Morrisons is distinguished by its commitment to sourcing local products and its unique market position as a food manufacturer and retailer. Over the years, it has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its own-brand products and a focus on sustainability. With a reputation for quality and value, Morrisons continues to be a key player in the competitive UK supermarket landscape.
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Morrisons's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Morrisons reported total carbon emissions of approximately 418,962,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, comprising 195,846,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 223,116,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company recorded 829,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions related to business travel. This reflects a decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 448,865,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 218,496,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 230,369,000 kg CO2e. Morrisons has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, and there are no SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets reported. The emissions data is cascaded from their parent company, Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited, indicating a structured approach to emissions reporting within the corporate family. Overall, while Morrisons has made strides in emissions reporting, further clarity on reduction initiatives and targets would enhance their commitment to climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 486,181,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 456,682,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Morrisons's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Morrisons's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 198% last year and increased by approximately 151% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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Morrisons's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Morrisons has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
