Next PLC

Common Name
Next
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Apparel Retail
Employees
32,931
Ticker
NXT
Exchange
LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Next plc is a British multinational clothing, footwear, and home products retailer headquartered in Enderby, Leicestershire. Its primary function is to design, market, and sell stylish and high-qualit...

Next's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, Next 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).

Next has also provided a category-level breakdown for 10 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1
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Total Scope 2
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind Next’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Next's Annual Report 2025
a. Next's Annual Report 2025
b. Next's Annual Report 2024
b. Next's Annual Report 2024
c. Next's Annual Report 2023
c. Next's Annual Report 2023

Insights into Next's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Next amounted to 85,484 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 Next decreased by 2.96%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

Next's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2022202320242025015 k30 k45 k60 ktCO2e+2%+3%-3%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Next's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Next were 43,332 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Next reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Next's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 1.68%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a c

Compared to the previous year (2024), Next's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 3.1%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are Next's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, Next reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 42,152 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Next reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Next's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have decreased by 10.95%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a c

Compared to the previous year (2024), Next's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Next 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does Next use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2025, Next reported its Scope 2 emissions using the location-based method. a

Next's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2022202320242025015 k30 k45 k60 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based

Insights into Next's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, Next reported 2,428,999 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 Next includes a breakdown across 10 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

Next's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20222023202420250650 k1.3 M1.95 M2.6 MtCO2e+1%-4%+20%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Next's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, Next reported total Scope 3 emissions of 2,428,999 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 77.29% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 22.71% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has Next reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Next's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 15.52%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a c

Compared to the previous year (2024), Next's Scope 3 emissions increased by 19.6%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Next disclose?

In 2025, Next reported emissions for 10 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.

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

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

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 1,512,724 tCO₂e (62.28%)
  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 521,318 tCO₂e (21.46%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 170,634 tCO₂e (7.02%)

Next's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(21.5%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(62.3%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(7.0%)

Insights into Next’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Next reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 44,718 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 7,601 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 5.88 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Next's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

501,00020,000500,00010,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)505002,00020,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)VJUMVVVertu MotorsYear: 2025Scope 1: 14,209 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,002Scope 1 Intensity: 2.37 tCO2e/$MBerkeley Group HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 713 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,187Scope 1 Intensity: 0.22 tCO2e/$MWhitbreadYear: 2025Scope 1: 58,469 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,681Scope 1 Intensity: 15.88 tCO2e/$MEntainYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,566 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,074Scope 1 Intensity: 0.92 tCO2e/$MCapri HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,811 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,619Scope 1 Intensity: 0.86 tCO2e/$MJJJet2Year: 2024Scope 1: 2,876,913 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,898Scope 1 Intensity: 364.25 tCO2e/$MInchcapeYear: 2024Scope 1: 20,418 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,624Scope 1 Intensity: 1.76 tCO2e/$MBurberry GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,538 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,184Scope 1 Intensity: 0.48 tCO2e/$MFrasers GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 33,577 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,565Scope 1 Intensity: 5.11 tCO2e/$MDeliverooYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,231 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,600Scope 1 Intensity: 1.63 tCO2e/$MCompass GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 156,924 tCO2eRevenue: $M 41,471Scope 1 Intensity: 3.78 tCO2e/$MWH SmithYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,371 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,525Scope 1 Intensity: 0.54 tCO2e/$MBarratt RedrowYear: 2024Scope 1: 15,523 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,271Scope 1 Intensity: 2.95 tCO2e/$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: $M 2,914Scope 1 Intensity: 12.86 tCO2e/$MKingfisherYear: 2024Scope 1: 90,961 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,883Scope 1 Intensity: 5.73 tCO2e/$MMarks and Spencer GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 210,164 tCO2eRevenue: $M 17,877Scope 1 Intensity: 11.76 tCO2e/$MNextYear: 2024Scope 1: 44,718 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,601Scope 1 Intensity: 5.88 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, Next reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 5.88 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 2.69 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Next rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Next ranked 19 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

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

Insights into Next's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, Next reported a total carbon footprint of 2,514,483 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 18.66% increase compared to 2024, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a

The largest contributor to Next's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 96.6% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 1.72%. a

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