WH Smith PLC 2024 SR
The report highlights WHSmith's sustainability progress for the 2024 fiscal year, showcasing a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to the 2020 baseline. The company achieved its target of sourcing 100% of its own-brand paper, pulp, and timber products from certified or recycled sources. Additionally, WHSmith diverted 99% of its UK operational waste from landfills and reduced its water consumption in UK operations to 134,000 cubic meters. On the social front, the company increased female representation on its Board to 50% and expanded its mental health support, with 68 trained mental health first aiders in the UK.
Company: WH Smith PLC
Sector: Wholesale & retail
Country: United Kingdom
Year: 2024
Type: SR
Pages: 41
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WH Smith PLC
Sustainability Addendum
The report highlights WHSmith's sustainability progress for the 2024 fiscal year, showcasing a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to the 2020 baseline. The company achieved its target of sourcing 100% of its own-brand paper, pulp, and timber products from certified or recycled sources. Additionally, WHSmith diverted 99% of its UK operational waste from landfills and reduced its water consumption in UK operations to 134,000 cubic meters. On the social front, the company increased female representation on its Board to 50% and expanded its mental health support, with 68 trained mental health first aiders in the UK.
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Document Details
Report Year
2024
Reporting Period
Sep 1, 2023 - Aug 31, 2024
Fiscal Year
2024
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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Energy Consumption
Renewable Energy
Water Consumption
Total Waste
Women on Board
Women in Management
Workplace Fatalities
Net Zero Target
Employees