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Retail Trade Services
DE
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Kaufland Warenhandel Südwest GmbH & Co. KG

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Kaufland Warenhandel Südwest GmbH & Co. KG, commonly known as Kaufland, is a prominent player in the retail industry, headquartered in Germany. Established in 1984, the company has grown to become a leading hypermarket chain, primarily operating in the southwestern regions of Germany and expanding its footprint across Europe. Kaufland offers a diverse range of products, including groceries, household goods, and fresh produce, distinguished by its commitment to quality and competitive pricing. The company is renowned for its customer-centric approach, ensuring a seamless shopping experience through innovative services and a robust supply chain. With a strong market position, Kaufland has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for sustainability and customer satisfaction. Its dedication to providing value and variety makes Kaufland a trusted choice for consumers seeking quality and convenience in their shopping experience.

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How does Kaufland Warenhandel Südwest GmbH & 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 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Kaufland Warenhandel Südwest GmbH & Co. KG's score of 22 is lower than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kaufland Warenhandel Südwest GmbH & Co. KG's reported carbon emissions

Kaufland Warenhandel Südwest GmbH & Co. KG currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Schwarz Beteiligungs-GmbH, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. Despite the lack of direct emissions data, Kaufland is part of a broader corporate family that is likely engaged in various sustainability initiatives. However, no specific reduction targets or climate pledges have been documented for Kaufland itself. The absence of data on Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions suggests that the company may still be in the process of establishing its climate strategy or reporting framework. As a subsidiary, Kaufland may benefit from the sustainability efforts and targets set by its parent company, Schwarz Beteiligungs-GmbH. This relationship could provide a pathway for future emissions data and climate commitments to be cascaded down to Kaufland, aligning with industry standards and expectations for corporate climate action.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kaufland Warenhandel Südwest GmbH & Co. KG's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very 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 Kaufland Warenhandel Südwest GmbH & Co. KG is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Kaufland Warenhandel Südwest GmbH & 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
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UN Global Compact
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