Better Health for All

Kingfisher's operations generate positive health externalities through significant environmental mitigation efforts, including a 66.0% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2016/17

and a 30.4% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions . The company also diverted 90% of waste from landfill and achieved a 76% recycling rate in 2024/25 . Kingfisher provides comprehensive mental health programs for its colleagues, offering resources, training for all UK line managers , "Wellness Wednesdays," and dedicated networks like the Neurodiversity Network and Men's Health/Menopause Community . In Iberia, colleagues have access to a health and emotional support helpline, wellbeing workshops, and co-funded physiotherapy sessions . However, the company had a notable safety incident in December 2025 , recalling approximately 1,000 Site Hallissey Dealer Boots in the Republic of Ireland due to defective anti-static protection, posing a risk of static electricity build-up and potential injury . The net health effect of Kingfisher's principal goods or services is neutral, as its home improvement products do not directly provide substantial health benefits, despite 53.4% of total Group sales in 2024/25 coming from Sustainable Home Products aimed at creating healthier homes .

Kind to Animals

Kingfisher has an Animal Welfare Policy stating it will not commission or carry out animal testing of finished products

, though some testing of ingredients in the extended supply chain may occur to meet regulatory requirements . In 2024/25, 85% of high-risk production sites completed an ethical audit in the past two years . The company is a founding member of the Rainforest Alliance’s Forest Allies initiative, investing $1 million since 2021 , which supports projects covering 190,000 hectares of community-managed forests and contributes to the protection of over 2,500,000 hectares of protected areas . B&Q committed £50,000 to the 561-hectare Snaizeholme project , where peatland restoration and tree planting have improved habitat for wildlife, with 36 bird species displaying breeding behavior in the past year . Screwfix supports the protection and restoration of a 50-acre ancient woodland , and Castorama Poland joined an initiative to restore endangered ecosystems .

Planet-Friendly Business

Kingfisher's total Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions were 19.7 million tCO2e in 2024/25.

The company exceeded its 2025/26 science-based targets for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, which were approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and consistent with a 1.5°C pathway. New emissions targets for 2030, 2040 (Scope 1 and 2 net zero), and 2050 (Scope 3 net zero) have been announced and submitted to SBTi for validation. In 2024/25, 92% of purchased electricity came from zero-carbon and renewable sources. The company diverted 90.0% of waste from landfill in 2024/25. Kingfisher has a zero-deforestation policy, committing to no deforestation across its supply chain by 2025/26, with 97.9% of wood and paper responsibly sourced in 2024/25 and a due diligence platform launched in 2024. One low-level fine related to air conditioning sales reporting was recorded in 2024/25. Net-zero targets are set for Scope 1 and 2 by 2040/41 and Scope 3 by 2050/51, both with 2030 interim targets. Kingfisher includes TCFD disclosures in its Annual Report, conducts annual climate scenario analysis, and received an A- score in the latest CDP Climate Change disclosure. The scenario analysis considers a 1.5°C pathway. The company supports a just transition, having donated over £1 million through the ‘Transfer to Transform’ initiative and partnered to fund trade apprenticeships.

Safe & Smart Tech

Kingfisher provides users with comprehensive control over their personal data, including rights to access, correct, remove, temporarily stop use, object to automated decision-making, and request data in a structured electronic format.

The company has a bug bounty program and a Responsible Disclosure Policy, which may offer monetary compensation for verified security vulnerabilities. Kingfisher states it complies with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and all other applicable data protection and privacy laws and regulations, and mentions the UK Data (Use and Access) Act 2025.

Zero Waste & Sustainable Products

Kingfisher reported that 94.9% of all plastics used in 2024 were compliant, excluding non-recyclable plastics

. The company achieved a 10.2% plastic weight reduction on a 'like-for-like' basis in 2024 , with a stated aim to eliminate all single-use plastics in packaging . Kingfisher has adopted circular economy principles in its strategy , integrating them into business models through product rental and refurbishment , and championing innovative products designed with these principles . Waste reduction initiatives include Screwfix repackaging up to 25,000 items annually for re-sale and launching a refurbished tools range in 2022 . The company has set ambitious waste reduction targets, such as a 5% year-on-year reduction in all plastic packaging by weight , a 25% reduction in Own & Exclusive Brand plastic packaging by the end of 2025 , and a goal to increase the recycling rate to 90% by 2025 . Additionally, Kingfisher requires all packaging suppliers to comply with sustainable sourcing policies, specific plastic material restrictions, and a minimum of 30% recycled content in plastic packaging .