Wh Smith
WH Smith PLC, commonly known as WH Smith, is a prominent British retailer headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1792, the company has evolved into a leading player in the retail industry, primarily focusing on books, stationery, and convenience products. With a significant presence in travel and high street sectors, WH Smith operates numerous stores across the UK and internationally, catering to diverse customer needs. The company is renowned for its extensive range of books, magazines, and stationery, alongside a growing selection of snacks and beverages in travel locations. WH Smith's unique blend of traditional retail and modern convenience has solidified its market position, making it a go-to destination for both everyday essentials and leisure reading. Over the years, WH Smith has achieved notable milestones, including its expansion into airports and railway stations, enhancing its visibility and accessibility to a broad audience.
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Wh Smith's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, WH Smith reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1370000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1809000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 513030000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which also includes a goal for 75% of its suppliers to adopt science-based targets by 2027. In 2023, WH Smith's emissions were slightly higher, with Scope 1 at about 1765000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 9337000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 468420000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability through these targets and has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, particularly in its UK operations, aiming for net-zero emissions from its buildings by the end of 2025. Overall, WH Smith's climate commitments reflect a proactive stance in addressing climate change, with a clear focus on reducing emissions across its operations and supply chain.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,537,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 21,419,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,210,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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