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 reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Virgin Wines reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,608,020 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 46,656 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 44,458 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 2,516,905 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (about 1,268,620 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 557,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 1,494,130 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 42,704 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions around 48,099 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 1,403,322 kg CO2e. The 2022 emissions were similar, totalling approximately 2,622,070 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 52,103 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 67,495 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 2,502,473 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Virgin Wines has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further clarity on their long-term sustainability strategies. Overall, Virgin Wines is actively monitoring its carbon footprint across all scopes, but further commitments to reduction initiatives would enhance its climate action profile.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 52,103 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 67,495 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,502,473 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Virgin Wines is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
