- Operational difficulties and strategic transitions
- Tough operating environment
- SAP implementation issues in KwaZulu-Natal
- Loadshedding in South Africa
- High fuel, labour and energy costs
- Persistent inflation
- Increased competition
- Decreased consumer spending power
- Challenges with SAP implementation
- Decreased retailer loyalty
The SPAR Group Ltd
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-10 to 2024-09 reporting, The SPAR Group Ltd disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 226.7K tCO2e. By scope: Scope 1: 47.0K tCO2e; Scope 2: 80.6K tCO2e. 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
226.7K tCO2e
2023-10 to 2024-09
Water Usage
578.0K KL
2023-10 to 2024-09
Energy Use
107.2M kWh
2023-10 to 2024-09
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-10 to 2024-09)
| 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). | 47.0K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 80.6K tCO2e |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2023-10 to 2024-09 | 226.7K tCO2e |
| 2022-10 to 2023-09 | 136.6K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 and 2) |
| 2021 | 79.6K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2016-10 to 2017-09 | 75.9K tCO2e (South Africa) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions reduced by 99% from 2017 baseline
- 21,432 tons of cardboard and plastic recycled through South African distribution centres
- 19,786,022 kWh solar energy generated
- Adopted solar energy across all distribution centres
- Pioneered the use of biodiesel across our Southern African fleet
- Implemented a packaging policy and achieved Extended Producer Responsibility compliance across all business units
- Using 100% recycled plastic for bags and transitioning to white plastic caps on milk bottles for easier recycling
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Recover operating margin in Southern Africa to 3% by 2026
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 30% of sales to be housebrand sales by 2028
- 50% increase in retail turnover by 2028
🔭 Long-term
- 100% cage-free for SPAR branded eggs by 2030
- Net zero emissions by 2050 (implied)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Gender-Based Violence (GBV)Supplier DevelopmentFood SafetyWater Risk ManagementCircular EconomyDecarbonisationTransformationSustainability