- Limited access to healthcare
- Economic challenges
- Climate change impacts
- Shortage of skills in retail and healthcare
- Ensuring ethical sourcing across a diverse and global supply chain
- Balancing affordability with quality
Clicks Group Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2024 reporting, Clicks Group Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 150.5K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 5.1K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 106.9K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 38.2K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
150.5K tCO2e/year
2024
Renewable Energy
4.7%
of total energy
Water Usage
95.0K kl/year
2024
Waste
6.0M kg/year
2024
Energy Use
113.1M kWh/year
2024
📊 Emissions by Scope (2024)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 5.1K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 106.9K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 38.2K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 150.5K tCO2e/year |
| 2023 | 150.4K tCO2e/year |
| 2022 | 149.5K metric tonnes CO2e |
| 2021 | 146.9K tCO2e/year |
| 2020 | 143.7K metric tonnes |
| 2018-09 to 2019-08 | 132.4K metric tonnes CO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 41% increase in renewable energy generation (5,135 MWh generated against a target of 4,500 MWh)
- 5% reduction in total carbon emissions intensity
- 57% reduction in the use of R22 gas
- 25% reduction in plastic use for pedicure treatments (Sorbet Salons)
- 44% reduction in paper bag usage (Sorbet Salons)
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- 4% reduction in Scopes 1, 2, and 3 emissions annually
- Develop a carbon neutrality management plan
- Implement a significant number of local manufacturing projects
- Develop an enterprise development programme for suppliers
- Ensure 100% supplier compliance with ethical and sustainability standards
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050
- Medium-term target of 1200 stores and pharmacies
- Exceed current procurement spend on local SMMEs
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050
- Ensure every community in South Africa has access to affordable and high-quality healthcare
- Establish a sustainable local supply chain
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Building a trusted, accessible healthcare networkMinimising our environmental footprintSourcing products that uphold the integrity of our brandEmpowering motivated, passionate people