Metro
Metro Inc., commonly referred to as Metro, is a prominent Canadian grocery and pharmacy retailer headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, CA. Founded in 1947, the company has established itself as a key player in the food and pharmacy industry, operating over 950 stores across Quebec and Ontario. Metro's core offerings include a diverse range of fresh produce, grocery items, and pharmacy services, distinguished by their commitment to quality and local sourcing. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its private label products, which cater to a growing demand for value and quality among consumers. With a strong market position, Metro continues to innovate in the retail sector, focusing on sustainability and customer experience, making it a trusted choice for millions of Canadians.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Metro's score of 40 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Metro's reported carbon emissions
As of 2023, Metro's total carbon emissions reached approximately 10,697,811,100 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 270,469,800 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 15,605,200 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounted for a significant 9,693,706,100 kg CO2e. Metro has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with near-term targets classified as "Committed." However, the company has not set a net-zero target as of now. The latest data indicates that Metro is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability practices within the food and staples retailing sector in Canada. In previous years, Metro's emissions have shown fluctuations, with a total of approximately 396,023,500 kg CO2e in 2021 and 395,589,900 kg CO2e in 2022. The company has reported emissions intensity metrics, such as 0.001583 kg CO2e per USD revenue in 2021, indicating ongoing efforts to improve efficiency and reduce emissions relative to revenue. Overall, Metro's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, although specific reduction targets and long-term strategies remain to be clarified.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 22,290 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 14,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Metro is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
