J Sainsbury
J Sainsbury plc, commonly known as Sainsbury's, is a leading British supermarket chain headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1869, Sainsbury's has grown to become one of the largest retailers in the UK, with a strong presence in grocery, clothing, and home goods. The company operates over 1,400 stores across the country, including supermarkets and convenience shops, catering to a diverse customer base. Sainsbury's is renowned for its commitment to quality, offering a wide range of products from fresh produce to premium own-brand items. The retailer has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of online shopping and a focus on sustainability initiatives. With a strong market position, Sainsbury's continues to innovate, making it a trusted choice for consumers seeking value and quality in their shopping experience.
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J Sainsbury's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, J Sainsbury plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 403,057,230 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with Scope 1 emissions at about 458,972,650 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (location-based) at approximately 247,142,540 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled around 706,115,190 kg CO2e. Sainsbury's has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 68% by 2030, and Scope 3 emissions associated with energy, industry, and transport by 50.4% within the same timeframe. The company is working towards achieving net-zero emissions in its own operations by 2035 and across its entire value chain by 2050. These targets are part of Sainsbury's broader strategy to align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates their reduction goals. The company has committed to a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050, using a 2018 baseline for these targets. Sainsbury's commitment to sustainability also includes a pledge to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by 2025. The company’s efforts reflect a strong commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the retail sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 634,960,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
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