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Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG

Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG, commonly known as Lidl, is a leading global discount supermarket chain headquartered in Germany. Established in 1930, Lidl has grown significantly, operating over 11,000 stores across Europe and the United States, making it a prominent player in the retail industry. The company focuses on providing high-quality groceries at competitive prices, with a unique model that emphasises efficiency and customer satisfaction. Lidl's core offerings include fresh produce, bakery items, and a wide range of household products, all sourced with a commitment to sustainability. Recognised for its innovative approach, Lidl has achieved notable milestones, including rapid expansion and a strong market presence, consistently ranking among the top discount retailers. With a dedication to value and quality, Lidl continues to redefine the shopping experience for millions of customers worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

22

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

24

Industry Benchmark

Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG's score of 22 is lower than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,178,554,470 kg CO2e globally, comprising 8,452,280 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 30,333,420 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,178,554,470 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2021, where they were approximately 12,009,020 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were about 29,423,600 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 2,118,086,300 kg CO2e. Lidl has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, the company is actively engaged in monitoring and reporting its emissions, which is a crucial step towards understanding and managing its carbon footprint. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests that Lidl may still be in the process of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Overall, Lidl's emissions data highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, which typically represent the largest share of a company's total carbon footprint, indicating a need for focused efforts in this area to achieve meaningful reductions in overall emissions.

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Scope 1
12,009,020
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Scope 2
29,423,600
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Scope 3
2,118,086,300
0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG's primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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