Kingfisher
Kingfisher plc, a leading home improvement retailer, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 1982, the company has established itself as a key player in the DIY and home improvement industry, with well-known brands such as B&Q and Screwfix under its umbrella. Kingfisher focuses on providing a wide range of products and services, including building materials, tools, and home improvement solutions. Their commitment to sustainability and innovation sets them apart in the market, as they continually strive to enhance customer experience and product quality. With a strong market position, Kingfisher has achieved notable milestones, including significant expansions and a robust online presence. The company remains dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of consumers, making it a trusted name in home improvement across its operational regions.
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Kingfisher's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Kingfisher plc reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 94,955,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 11,374,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 19,596,309,000 kg CO2e. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined were about 102,059,000 kg CO2e. For the year 2023, Kingfisher's emissions included approximately 91,295,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 10,763,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), with Scope 3 emissions at approximately 16,757,681,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 37.8% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, using a 2016/17 baseline. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes a commitment to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products and purchased goods and services by 40% per £ million turnover by 2025. Kingfisher has also committed to achieving net-zero emissions for its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by the end of FY 2040/41, in line with the SBTi’s Net Zero Corporate Standard. As of 2023, the company reported a 62% reduction in its absolute greenhouse gas emissions since the 2016/17 baseline, surpassing its initial target of 37.8%. Overall, Kingfisher's climate commitments reflect a strong dedication to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact, with a clear roadmap towards achieving net-zero emissions in the coming decades.
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| 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | 99,719,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 228,351,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 68,341,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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