E.Leclerc Sustainability Profile
E.Leclerc, officially known as Les Centres E.Leclerc, is a prominent French retail cooperative headquartered in Écully, France. Founded in 1949, E.Leclerc has grown to become a leading player in the hypermarket and supermarket industry, with a strong presence across various regions in France and beyond. The company is renowned for its commitment to providing high-quality products at competitive prices, offering a diverse range of goods including groceries, electronics, and household items. E.Leclerc's unique approach to pricing and customer service has solidified its market position, making it a preferred choice for consumers seeking value. With numerous milestones, including the expansion of its store network and the introduction of innovative shopping solutions, E.Leclerc continues to adapt to changing market dynamics while maintaining its core values of accessibility and quality.
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E.Leclerc's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, E.Leclerc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,352,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 504,800 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 9,570,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The breakdown of Scope 3 emissions includes about 688,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services and approximately 14,090,000 kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution. Despite these figures, E.Leclerc has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, and all figures are directly reported by E.Leclerc S.A. As the retail sector increasingly focuses on sustainability, E.Leclerc's commitment to addressing its carbon footprint will be crucial in aligning with industry standards and expectations.
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| 2022 | |
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| Scope 1 | 15,352,000 |
| Scope 2 | 504,800 |
| Scope 3 | 95,700 |
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E.Leclerc's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 1% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 14723% of Scope 3 emissions.
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E.Leclerc's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
E.Leclerc has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
