Card Factory PLC

Common Name
Card Factory
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Specialty Retail
Employees
9,266
Ticker
CARD
Exchange
LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Card Factory plc is a prominent player in the UK-based retail sector, primarily specializing in the retail sale of greeting cards and associated gifts. The company is renowned for offering a wide rang...

Card Factory's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, Card Factory completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Card Factory has also provided a category-level breakdown for 1 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind Card Factory’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Card Factory's Annual Report 2025
a. Card Factory's Annual Report 2025

Insights into Card Factory's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Card Factory amounted to 6,944 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Compared to 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Card Factory increased by 2.31%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a

Card Factory's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

202220232024202503507001.05 k1.4 ktCO2e+8%+72%-9%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Card Factory's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Card Factory were 1,136 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Card Factory reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Card Factory's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 68.3%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Card Factory's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 9.19%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are Card Factory's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, Card Factory reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 5,808 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a

Has Card Factory reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Card Factory's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Unspecified Calculation Method) have increased by 35.61%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Card Factory's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Card Factory 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does Card Factory use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2025, Card Factory reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a

Card Factory's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

202220232024202501.5 k3 k4.5 k6 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Card Factory's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, Card Factory reported 1,906 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a

The 2025 disclosure of Card Factory includes a breakdown across 1 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2024, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

Card Factory's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2022202320242025020 k40 k60 k80 ktCO2e-98%+14%-4%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Card Factory's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, Card Factory reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,906 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has Card Factory reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Card Factory's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 97.31%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Card Factory's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Card Factory 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Card Factory disclose?

In 2025, Card Factory reported emissions for 1 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.

What are the main sources of Card Factory's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, the largest contributors to Card Factory's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 1,906 tCO₂e (100%)

Card Factory's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Fuel- andEnergy-RelatedServices (Cat. 3)(100.0%)

Insights into Card Factory’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Card Factory reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,251 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 674 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1.86 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Card Factory's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

502002,00020,000200,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)502001,0005,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)VMUMMCVVVertu MotorsYear: 2025Scope 1: 14,209 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,002Scope 1 Intensity: 2.37 tCO2e/$MDFS FurnitureYear: 2024Scope 1: 14,441 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,248Scope 1 Intensity: 11.57 tCO2e/$MTrainlineYear: 2025Scope 1: 89 tCO2eRevenue: $M 557Scope 1 Intensity: 0.16 tCO2e/$MMMMarks Electrical GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 2,395 tCO2eRevenue: $M 152Scope 1 Intensity: 15.80 tCO2e/$MCrest Nicholson HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,030 tCO2eRevenue: $M 801Scope 1 Intensity: 2.53 tCO2e/$MPets at Home GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,632 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,869Scope 1 Intensity: 6.76 tCO2e/$MDr MartensYear: 2025Scope 1: 750 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,019Scope 1 Intensity: 0.74 tCO2e/$MFrasers GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 33,577 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,565Scope 1 Intensity: 5.11 tCO2e/$MWH SmithYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,371 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,525Scope 1 Intensity: 0.54 tCO2e/$MTHGYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,332 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,198Scope 1 Intensity: 2.43 tCO2e/$MAston MartinYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,575 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,988Scope 1 Intensity: 4.31 tCO2e/$MJD Sports FashionYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,746 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,236Scope 1 Intensity: 0.54 tCO2e/$MUUUltimate ProductsYear: 2024Scope 1: 165 tCO2eRevenue: $M 200Scope 1 Intensity: 0.83 tCO2e/$MJ D WetherspoonYear: 2024Scope 1: 33,636 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,613Scope 1 Intensity: 12.87 tCO2e/$MVistry GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 18,484 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,743Scope 1 Intensity: 3.90 tCO2e/$MDunelm GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,139 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,158Scope 1 Intensity: 2.38 tCO2e/$MMMMacfarlane GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,535 tCO2eRevenue: $M 339Scope 1 Intensity: 13.36 tCO2e/$MHowden Joinery GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 37,478 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,914Scope 1 Intensity: 12.86 tCO2e/$MPersimmonYear: 2024Scope 1: 20,295 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,017Scope 1 Intensity: 5.05 tCO2e/$MMMMears GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,421Scope 1 Intensity: 9.36 tCO2e/$MHalfords GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 24,185 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,219Scope 1 Intensity: 10.90 tCO2e/$MCoats GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 51,700 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,028Scope 1 Intensity: 50.28 tCO2e/$MDomino's Pizza GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,368 tCO2eRevenue: $M 834Scope 1 Intensity: 14.83 tCO2e/$MCCCard FactoryYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,251 tCO2eRevenue: $M 674Scope 1 Intensity: 1.86 tCO2e/$M

How does Card Factory's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Card Factory reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1.86 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 5.05 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Card Factory rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Card Factory ranked 6 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

Card Factory is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a

Insights into Card Factory's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, Card Factory reported a total carbon footprint of 8,850 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 0.8% increase compared to 2024, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a

The largest contributor to Card Factory's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 65.63% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 21.54%. a

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