Ahold Delhaize, a leading global retailer, is headquartered in the Netherlands and operates extensively across Europe and the United States. Founded in 2016 through the merger of Ahold and Delhaize Group, the company has quickly established itself in the grocery industry, focusing on supermarkets, online shopping, and convenience stores. With a diverse portfolio of brands, including Food Lion, Stop & Shop, and Hannaford, Ahold Delhaize offers a wide range of products, from fresh produce to household essentials. The company is committed to sustainability and innovation, setting it apart in a competitive market. Notably, Ahold Delhaize has achieved significant milestones in digital transformation and customer engagement, solidifying its position as a frontrunner in the retail sector.
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In 2024, Ahold Delhaize reported total carbon emissions of approximately 66,140,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 7,375,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 3,504,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 130,223,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 64,010,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions alone accounting for about 61,360,000,000 kg CO2e. Ahold Delhaize has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute emissions from its own operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030, based on a 2018 baseline. Additionally, the company has committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions across its operations by 2040, which corresponds to a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions. For Scope 3 emissions, Ahold Delhaize aims for a 90% reduction by 2050, with interim targets of a 42% reduction by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. The company has also established a near-term target to reduce food waste by 50% by 2030, compared to a 2016 baseline. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring they align with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. Overall, Ahold Delhaize's climate strategy reflects a comprehensive approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,223,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,941,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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