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Dis-Chem Pharmacies Ltd

Common Name
Dis-Chem Pharmacies
Country
South Africa
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Pharmaceutical Retailers
Employees
N/A
Ticker
DCP
Exchange
Johannesburg Stock Exchange
Description
Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is a leading pharmaceutical and health retail company based in South Africa. Established in 1978, it primarily operates pharmacy and retail operations offering a wide range...

Dis-Chem Pharmacies's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2026, Dis-Chem Pharmacies 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).

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

Metric (tCO2e)2026202520242023-2019
Total Scope 1
11,216.68a
10,902.233a
12,926.086a
Total Scope 2
Unspecified Calculation Method
109,468.246a
135,694.323a
N/A
Total Scope 3
2,000.218a
1,811.662a
N/A
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
4.1753a
5.2063a
6.8359a
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a. Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Sustainability Report 2026

Insights into Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Operational Emissions

In 2026, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Dis-Chem Pharmacies amounted to 120,684.926 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 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Dis-Chem Pharmacies decreased by 17.68%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20242025202603.5 k7 k10.5 k14 ktCO2e-16%+3%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2026, the total Scope 1 emissions of Dis-Chem Pharmacies were 11,216.68 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Dis-Chem Pharmacies reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2024, Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 13.22%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2025), Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Scope 1 emissions increased by 2.88%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.a

What are Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2026, Dis-Chem Pharmacies reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 109,468.246 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method.a

Has Dis-Chem Pharmacies reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2025), Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) fell by 19.33% in 2026, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption.a

What methodology does Dis-Chem Pharmacies use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2026, Dis-Chem Pharmacies reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology.a

Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20252026035 k70 k105 k140 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Value Chain Emissions

In 2026, Dis-Chem Pharmacies reported 2,000.218 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 2026 disclosure of Dis-Chem Pharmacies includes a breakdown across 3 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2025, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2025202605501.1 k1.65 k2.2 ktCO2e+10%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2026, Dis-Chem Pharmacies reported total Scope 3 emissions of 2,000.218 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

Compared to the previous year (2025), Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Scope 3 emissions increased by 10.41%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Dis-Chem Pharmacies disclose?

In 2026, Dis-Chem Pharmacies reported emissions for 3 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 Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2026, the largest contributors to Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Business Travel (Cat. 6): 1,386.128 tCO₂e (69.3%)
  • Waste Generated in Operations (Cat. 5): 527.391 tCO₂e (26.37%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 86.699 tCO₂e (4.33%)

Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(4.3%)Business Travel(Cat. 6)(69.3%)Waste Generated inOperations (Cat. 5)(26.4%)

Insights into Dis-Chem Pharmacies’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2026, Dis-Chem Pharmacies reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 11,216.68 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 2,686 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 4.18 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

0.21050020,0002,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1005005,00050,000500,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Kumba Iron OreYear: 2025Scope 1: 493,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,104Scope 1 Intensity: 120.12 tCO2e/$MCurro HoldingsYear: 2022Scope 1: 3,286 tCO2eRevenue: $M 243Scope 1 Intensity: 13.53 tCO2e/$MMultiChoice GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 19,483 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,770Scope 1 Intensity: 7.03 tCO2e/$MLife HealthcareYear: 2025Scope 1: 4,064 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,455Scope 1 Intensity: 2.79 tCO2e/$MNetcareYear: 2025Scope 1: 35,286 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,527Scope 1 Intensity: 23.11 tCO2e/$MAspen Pharmacare HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 32,776 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,450Scope 1 Intensity: 13.38 tCO2e/$MAfrocentric InvestmentYear: 2025Scope 1: 188 tCO2eRevenue: $M 480Scope 1 Intensity: 0.39 tCO2e/$MOriolaYear: 2025Scope 1: 243 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,242Scope 1 Intensity: 0.11 tCO2e/$MEmpreendimentos Pague MenosYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,494 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,046Scope 1 Intensity: 1.71 tCO2e/$MDocMorrisYear: 2024Scope 1: 667 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,123Scope 1 Intensity: 0.59 tCO2e/$MApotea SverigeYear: 2024Scope 1: 0 tCO2eRevenue: $M 500Scope 1 Intensity: 0.00 tCO2e/$MRedcare PharmacyYear: 2025Scope 1: 284 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,459Scope 1 Intensity: 0.08 tCO2e/$MAIN HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 2,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,193Scope 1 Intensity: 0.72 tCO2e/$MDaShenLin Pharmaceutical GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,220 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,631Scope 1 Intensity: 1.44 tCO2e/$MSundrugYear: 2024Scope 1: 22,197 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,964Scope 1 Intensity: 4.47 tCO2e/$MYifeng Pharmacy ChainYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,082 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,297Scope 1 Intensity: 0.33 tCO2e/$MSugi HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,531 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,898Scope 1 Intensity: 0.31 tCO2e/$MTsuruha HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,424 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,940Scope 1 Intensity: 0.49 tCO2e/$MRaia Drogasil S/AYear: 2024Scope 1: 26,330 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,291Scope 1 Intensity: 4.19 tCO2e/$MMatsukiyoCocokara & CoYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,764 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,752Scope 1 Intensity: 0.56 tCO2e/$MWalgreens HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 284,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 147,655Scope 1 Intensity: 1.92 tCO2e/$MJD Health InternationalYear: 2024Scope 1: 68 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,015Scope 1 Intensity: 0.01 tCO2e/$MClicks GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 4,182 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,892Scope 1 Intensity: 1.45 tCO2e/$MDis-Chem PharmaciesYear: 2026Scope 1: 11,217 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,686Scope 1 Intensity: 4.18 tCO2e/$M

How does Dis-Chem Pharmacies's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2026, Dis-Chem Pharmacies reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 4.18 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 1.44, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Dis-Chem Pharmacies rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2026, Dis-Chem Pharmacies ranked 17 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

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

Insights into Dis-Chem Pharmacies's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2026, Dis-Chem Pharmacies reported a total carbon footprint of 122,685.144 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 17.33% decrease compared to 2025, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a

The largest contributor to Dis-Chem Pharmacies's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 89.23% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 9.14%.a

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