WH Smith PLC 2020 SR
The report outlines WH Smith PLC's sustainability performance for the 2020 fiscal year, introducing the new 'Journey for a Better Business' strategy focused on planet, people, and communities. Key achievements include a 66% reduction in carbon intensity since 2007 and reaching 99% sustainable sourcing for paper products. The company committed to a net-zero target for its operations by 2025 and responded to the Covid-19 pandemic by supporting NHS staff and local communities. Despite global challenges, the company maintained its focus on literacy through its long-standing partnership with the National Literacy Trust, reaching nearly 1,500 children in 2020.
Company: WH Smith PLC
Sector: Wholesale & retail
Country: United Kingdom
Year: 2020
Type: SR
Pages: 34
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WH Smith PLC
Sustainability Report
The report outlines WH Smith PLC's sustainability performance for the 2020 fiscal year, introducing the new 'Journey for a Better Business' strategy focused on planet, people, and communities. Key achievements include a 66% reduction in carbon intensity since 2007 and reaching 99% sustainable sourcing for paper products. The company committed to a net-zero target for its operations by 2025 and responded to the Covid-19 pandemic by supporting NHS staff and local communities. Despite global challenges, the company maintained its focus on literacy through its long-standing partnership with the National Literacy Trust, reaching nearly 1,500 children in 2020.
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Document Details
Report Year
2020
Reporting Period
Sep 1, 2019 - Aug 31, 2020
Fiscal Year
2020
Published
Nov 12, 2020
Type
Sustainability Report
Language
English
Pages
File Size
Standards & Assurance
Reporting Standards
Materiality Assessment
Assurance
Assurance Provider
Assurance Standard
Sustainable Development Goals
Other Standards
ESG Data?Experimental: AI-extracted data, may contain inaccuracies
Emissions
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Energy Consumption
Water Consumption
Total Waste
Women on Board
Women in Management
Net Zero Target
Employees