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, part of Currys plc, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,872,044,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 16,479,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 1,221,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of around 16,699,560,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 19,817,066,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 17,352,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at about 3,499,000 kg CO2e. Carphone Warehouse 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 a 2019/20 baseline. This target is validated by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects the company's commitment to align with global climate goals. The company has also achieved a 35% reduction in UK energy consumption by 2020, which corresponds to a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions from a 2013/14 baseline. Overall, Carphone Warehouse is focused on achieving net zero emissions by 2040, with a clear roadmap that includes significant reductions across all scopes of emissions.
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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 |
| Scope 2 | 127,607,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 |
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