Temple & Webster has advanced its environmental and social governance (ESG) efforts, focusing on carbon reduction and ethical procurement practices. The company has refined its carbon emissions reporting boundary to focus on direct operational emissions under its control (Scope 1 and Scope 2) to maintain clear year-on-year reporting integrity and progress its internal capabilities ahead of future regulatory requirements.
Material Actions and Disclosures
Temple & Webster has continued to execute direct mitigation initiatives across its corporate facilities, logistics network, and broader value chain. This includes the full-year operational performance of its rooftop solar installation at the corporate head office, which has lowered reliance on conventional grid-based electricity. The company also expanded its logistics network by leasing a new warehouse facility in Victoria, integrating sustainability considerations into its site selection process.
Additionally, Temple & Webster has continued to transition its leased delivery vehicle fleet to electric vehicles (EVs), with over 65% of its leased delivery vehicle fleet now electric. This shift has resulted in over 50% of all deliveries through this specific supply network being managed by EVs.
The company has also launched an EV novated leasing program for its corporate team to reduce transport-related emissions, recording positive engagement and a year-on-year reduction in total employee commuting emissions.
Forward Commitments
Temple & Webster aims to achieve carbon neutrality in its controlled operations through the purchase of Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) by 2030. The company has also committed to a 45% reduction in its total carbon footprint by 2030, compared to the FY25 baseline. This includes capturing primary emissions data directly from key suppliers and moving away from spend-based estimates.
Furthermore, Temple & Webster plans to audit all private label suppliers for ethical and social compliance, with 100% of its private label suppliers having been audited and corrective actions implemented. The company also aims to ensure 100% of the solid wood used in its private label outdoor range is certified as responsibly sourced by 2030.
Temple & Webster is committed to nurturing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, achieving a 0.8% reduction in its median gender pay gap for the FY24/25 reporting period. The company has also engaged in tailored, scenario-based modern slavery training for its procurement teams to enhance its ethical procurement practices.
These initiatives reflect Temple & Webster’s commitment to aligning its ESG goals with its broader business strategy and commercial objectives, ensuring long-term sustainability and resilience.
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