WH Smith PLC 2022 SR
The report details WHSmith's sustainability progress for the 2022 fiscal year under its strategy, 'Our Journey to a Better Business.' Key highlights include the validation of near-term science-based targets and a commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The company achieved a 69% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to 2020 and transitioned to 100% renewable electricity for its UK operations. Socially, WHSmith strengthened its partnership with the National Literacy Trust, donating over 321,000 books to disadvantaged children since 2020. Additionally, the company improved its gender diversity, with women now representing 38% of the Board and 35% of senior management.
Company: WH Smith PLC
Sector: Consumer Discretionary
Country: United Kingdom
Year: 2022
Type: SR
Pages: 38
WH Smith PLC
Sustainability Report
The report details WHSmith's sustainability progress for the 2022 fiscal year under its strategy, 'Our Journey to a Better Business.' Key highlights include the validation of near-term science-based targets and a commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The company achieved a 69% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to 2020 and transitioned to 100% renewable electricity for its UK operations. Socially, WHSmith strengthened its partnership with the National Literacy Trust, donating over 321,000 books to disadvantaged children since 2020. Additionally, the company improved its gender diversity, with women now representing 38% of the Board and 35% of senior management.
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Document Details
Report Year
2022
Reporting Period
Sep 1, 2021 - Aug 31, 2022
Fiscal Year
2022
Type
Sustainability Report
Language
English
Pages
File Size
Standards & Assurance
Reporting Standards
Materiality Assessment
Assurance
Assurance Provider
Assurance Standard
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Emissions
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Scope 3:
Energy Consumption
Water Consumption
Total Waste
Women on Board
Women in Management
Net Zero Target
Employees