Migros
Migros, officially known as Migros-Genossenschafts-Bund, is a leading Swiss retail company headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1925, Migros has grown to become a cornerstone of the Swiss grocery industry, operating primarily in the retail and wholesale sectors. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products, including groceries, household goods, and personal care items, with a strong emphasis on quality and sustainability. Migros distinguishes itself through its commitment to local sourcing and ethical practices, making it a preferred choice among consumers. With a significant market share in Switzerland, Migros has achieved notable milestones, including the establishment of its own brands and a robust network of supermarkets and hypermarkets. As a cooperative, it prioritises customer satisfaction and community engagement, solidifying its position as a trusted leader in the Swiss market.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Migros'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade 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.
Industry Benchmark
Migros's score of 29 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Migros's reported carbon emissions
Migros Group, headquartered in Switzerland, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established significant reduction targets based on a 2019 baseline. For the near term, Migros aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 70.64% by 2030. Additionally, it plans to cut Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products for fossil fuels by about 46.2% and upstream transportation and distribution emissions by approximately 27.5% within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Migros has committed that by 2026, 67% of its suppliers, measured by emissions from purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets. In the long term, Migros targets a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by 2050. The company also aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions related to deforestation-linked commodities by 72% by the same year, with a commitment to no deforestation by December 31, 2025. These initiatives reflect Migros's dedication to sustainability and its alignment with industry standards for climate action, contributing to global efforts to mitigate climate change.
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Migros is committed to some 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.
