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Retail Trade Services
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updated a month ago

Virgin Wines UK PLC

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Virgin Wines UK PLC, headquartered in Great Britain, is a prominent player in the online wine retail industry. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a leading provider of high-quality wines, offering a diverse selection sourced from renowned vineyards around the globe. With a focus on direct-to-consumer sales, Virgin Wines stands out for its unique wine subscription service and exclusive wine club offerings, catering to both casual drinkers and connoisseurs alike. Over the years, Virgin Wines has achieved significant milestones, including a successful listing on the London Stock Exchange, which underscores its strong market position. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional customer service and a curated selection of wines, making it a preferred choice for wine enthusiasts across the UK.

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How does Virgin Wines UK PLC's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

27

Industry Benchmark

Virgin Wines UK PLC's score of 31 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Virgin Wines UK PLC's reported carbon emissions

Virgin Wines UK PLC, headquartered in Great Britain, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at reducing its carbon footprint. The company has established a target to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 42% by the year 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This target has been approved through a streamlined validation route specifically designed for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). While specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, Virgin Wines is committed to measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions as part of its broader climate strategy. The targets align with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C, reflecting the company's dedication to sustainable practices within the retail sector. Overall, Virgin Wines UK PLC is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, demonstrating its commitment to environmental responsibility and climate action.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Virgin Wines UK PLC's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Virgin Wines UK PLC is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Virgin Wines UK PLC is participating in some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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