Axfood
Axfood AB, headquartered in Sweden, is a leading player in the Nordic grocery retail sector. Founded in 2000, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, primarily in Sweden. Axfood operates through well-known brands such as Willys and Hemköp, focusing on providing high-quality food products and services to consumers. Specialising in grocery retail, Axfood is committed to sustainability and innovation, offering a diverse range of products that cater to the evolving needs of its customers. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant growth in market share and a reputation for excellence in customer service. With a focus on competitive pricing and a unique shopping experience, Axfood continues to solidify its position as a trusted name in the industry.
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Axfood's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Axfood reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,138,058,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across all three scopes: 5,430,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 2,784,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 4,132,058,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This marks a notable increase in total emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were about 44,327,000 kg CO2e, comprising 13,007,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 2,719,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 28,601,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). Axfood has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease carbon emissions from its owned trucks by 30% by 2025, using 2020 as the baseline year. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, reflecting the company's commitment to improving its operational efficiency and reducing its carbon footprint. Despite the lack of a net-zero commitment, Axfood continues to engage in various sustainability initiatives within the food and staples retailing sector, focusing on reducing emissions intensity and enhancing overall environmental performance.
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| 2009 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 26,593,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 61,647,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 770,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Axfood is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
