Aeon
Aeon Co., Ltd., commonly known as Aeon, is a leading retail and financial services company headquartered in Japan. Established in 1758, Aeon has evolved into a prominent player in the retail industry, with significant operations across Asia, including Hong Kong, Malaysia, and China. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products and services, including supermarkets, shopping malls, and financial services, which cater to the varying needs of consumers. Aeon's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Aeon has achieved numerous milestones, including the expansion of its store formats and the introduction of innovative shopping experiences. As a pioneer in the retail sector, Aeon continues to shape the landscape of modern shopping in the regions it serves.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Aeon'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
Aeon's score of 44 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Aeon's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Aeon Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 162,270 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 1,617,407 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 155,080 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Aeon has committed to ensuring that 80% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, will establish science-based targets by 2021. Historically, Aeon's emissions have varied, with significant figures reported in previous years, including approximately 3,035,541 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 1,661,400 kg CO2e in Scope 2 for 2021. The company has been transparent in its emissions reporting, covering all three scopes of emissions, and is actively working towards aligning its operations with climate science to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Aeon's commitment to sustainability reflects its recognition of the urgent need for climate action within the retail sector, particularly in Japan, where it is headquartered.
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| 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 96,799,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,021,303,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 6,667,041,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Aeon 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.
