Tesco PLC 2016 SR
The report provides an update on Tesco's corporate responsibility commitments as of November 2016, serving as its Communication on Progress for the UN Global Compact. Key highlights include a commitment to eliminate edible food waste from UK stores by 2017 and the publication of assured food waste data. The company reported a 3.1% year-on-year reduction in absolute carbon emissions and achieved a 39.5% reduction in emissions from stores and distribution centres against a 2008 baseline. Tesco also focused on health initiatives, such as reducing sugar in soft drinks, and human rights, including a new risk-based approach to supply chain management.
Company: Tesco PLC
Sector: Wholesale & retail
Country: United Kingdom
Year: 2016
Type: SR
Pages: 16
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Tesco PLC
Corporate Responsibility Update
The report provides an update on Tesco's corporate responsibility commitments as of November 2016, serving as its Communication on Progress for the UN Global Compact. Key highlights include a commitment to eliminate edible food waste from UK stores by 2017 and the publication of assured food waste data. The company reported a 3.1% year-on-year reduction in absolute carbon emissions and achieved a 39.5% reduction in emissions from stores and distribution centres against a 2008 baseline. Tesco also focused on health initiatives, such as reducing sugar in soft drinks, and human rights, including a new risk-based approach to supply chain management.
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Document Details
Report Year
2016
Reporting Period
2015 - 2016
Fiscal Year
2016
Published
Nov 1, 2016
Type
Sustainability Report
Language
English
Pages
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Materiality Assessment
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