Case Study: Wickes builds a data-driven path to Net Zero with Sweep

How Wickes is building a data-driven path to Net Zero with Sweep

Wickes, a major UK home improvement retailer, faced the challenge of accurately measuring its vast supply chain emissions, which comprised over 95% of its carbon footprint. Manually collecting granular, product-level data from thousands of suppliers was complex and time-consuming, hindering its ability to identify emission hotspots and demonstrate progress toward its net zero goals to stakeholders. To address this, they partnered with the sustainability platform Sweep.

Sweep's AI-powered platform enabled Wickes to engage directly with its suppliers to gather detailed emissions data, moving beyond estimates to capture actual figures. This provided an accurate picture of its environmental impact and identified key areas for decarbonization. The solution streamlined data collection for suppliers and integrated with other tools, strengthening relationships and ensuring data reliability. As a result, Wickes can now make data-driven decisions on sustainability investments, demonstrate concrete progress against its science-based targets, and build greater trust with investors and customers.

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Mark Cooke

Chief Commercial Officer