Sports Direct (trading as Frasers Group plc) is a UK-listed retailer headquartered in Shirebrook, operating hundreds of stores and distribution centres across the UK and internationally.
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Sports Direct has unverified operational emissions data but drastically underreported supply chain emissions for a £5.5B global retailer. Energy source remains completely opaque. Labour controversies persist into 2025, with zero-hour contracts and wage disputes unresolved. The company discloses minimal biodiversity, water, or waste strategy despite operating a fast-fashion model.
Sports Direct (Frasers Group plc) scores 26/100 (Significant gaps) on SINK's independent climate assessment, scored from public data only. Fees pay for the review, never the result. Last verified May 2026.
That places Sports Direct (Frasers Group plc) joint 710th of 847 companies scored, and 46th of 48 in Retail (non-fashion).
Where Sports Direct (Frasers Group plc) sits among retail (non-fashion) peers.
Among the 48 major retail (non-fashion) brands we've scored, Sports Direct (Frasers Group plc) sits 46th of 48.
Its three lowest-scoring questions, and what the evidence didn't show.
Retail Scope 3 typically runs 25x Scope 1+2; purchased goods, downstream transport, and product use are not quantified.
Moneycare.io explicitly reports 'No data available for Frasers Group' on renewable procurement.
Good On You reports 'no evidence it's taking actions to protect biodiversity in its supply chain.' Global supply chain includes cotton, rubber, and synthetics with material nature risks; company has disclosed nothing.
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Get in touch →Strongest on Carbon Footprint — Operations and Controversies & Red Flags (5/10, 5/10). Weakest on Carbon Footprint — Supply Chain and Energy Source (1/10, 1/10).
The 3 companies in the sector scoring nearest above Sports Direct (Frasers Group plc).
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Sports Direct (trading as Frasers Group plc) is a UK-listed retailer headquartered in Shirebrook, operating hundreds of stores and distribution centres across the UK and internationally. The company sells sporting goods, apparel, and casual wear, competing on price through a fast-fashion model with frequent discounts and high inventory turnover.
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