Virgin Wines
Virgin Wines, officially known as Virgin Wines Ltd, is a prominent player in the UK wine industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2000, the company has carved a niche for itself by offering a diverse selection of wines sourced from around the globe, catering to both casual drinkers and connoisseurs alike. With a focus on direct-to-consumer sales, Virgin Wines stands out for its unique approach to wine selection, providing customers with exclusive access to high-quality, carefully curated bottles. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a successful launch of its wine subscription service, which has garnered a loyal customer base. Recognised for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Virgin Wines continues to strengthen its market position, making it a go-to destination for wine enthusiasts across the UK.
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Virgin Wines's score of 53 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Virgin Wines's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Virgin Wines reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,496,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 42,700 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 48,100 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 1,403,290 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from upstream transportation and distribution (about 574,120 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (approximately 463,030 kg CO2e). Virgin Wines has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. This target has been approved through a streamlined validation route for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company also plans to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to tackling its overall carbon footprint. In 2022, Virgin Wines' total emissions were approximately 2,622,070 kg CO2e, indicating a downward trend in emissions over the years. The company is committed to aligning its reduction targets with the necessary actions to limit global warming to 1.5°C, demonstrating its dedication to sustainability within the retail sector.
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Add to project| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 52,100 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 67,500 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,502,470 | 0,000,000 |
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Virgin Wines is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
