Carphone Warehouse
Carphone Warehouse, a leading retailer in the telecommunications sector, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across the UK and Ireland. Founded in 1989, the company has established itself as a key player in mobile phone sales and services, offering a diverse range of products from major brands. Specialising in mobile phones, accessories, and contract deals, Carphone Warehouse is renowned for its customer-centric approach and expert advice, making it a go-to destination for consumers seeking the latest technology. The company has achieved significant milestones, including its merger with Currys plc, enhancing its market position and expanding its service offerings. With a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, Carphone Warehouse continues to thrive in the competitive telecommunications landscape.
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Carphone Warehouse's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Carphone Warehouse reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,872,044,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 16,699,560,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 16,479,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,221,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by the financial year 2029/30, using 2019/20 as the baseline. This target has been validated by the Science-Based Targets initiative, aligning with global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. In previous years, emissions were also substantial, with 2023 figures showing total emissions of about 19,817,066,000 kg CO2e, and 2022 reporting approximately 24,058,161,000 kg CO2e. The company has made strides in energy management, achieving a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions from UK operations by 2020, based on a 2013/14 baseline. Carphone Warehouse is committed to achieving net zero emissions in its operations by 2035 and across its value chain by 2040, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability and climate responsibility.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 19,760,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 127,607,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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