Monday 6 July 2020

Twenty major retailers join forces to tackle climate change ahead of government’s target

Twenty major retailers have joined forces to tackle climate change ahead of the government's target.

The consortium, including Boots, Aldi, IKEA, Next, Costa Coffee, WHSmith, Lidl, Marks and Spencer, Greggs and Morrisons, has agreed to commit to driving forward decarbonisation in their shops, distribution centres and logistics operations.

The group also pledged to drive down emissions in their supply chains and guide their customers towards lowering their own carbon footprint.

The retailers have also promised to publish further commitments in the run-up to the UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow.

Peter Andrews, Head of Sustainability Policy at the British Retail Consortium, said: “Climate change remains one of the biggest threats to the planet. As we start to recover from the coronavirus pandemic there is no better opportunity to build greener more sustainable world.

"The expectations of society are shifting rapidly. Greater action from businesses is expected. Retail will lead the way. Retailers, suppliers and customers all have their part to play in reducing their carbon emissions."