Ahold Delhaize
Ahold Delhaize, a leading global retailer, is headquartered in the Netherlands and operates extensively across Europe and the United States. Founded in 2016 through the merger of Ahold and Delhaize Group, the company has quickly established itself in the grocery industry, focusing on supermarkets, online shopping, and convenience stores. With a diverse portfolio of brands, including Food Lion, Stop & Shop, and Hannaford, Ahold Delhaize offers a wide range of products, from fresh produce to household essentials. The company is committed to sustainability and innovation, setting it apart in a competitive market. Notably, Ahold Delhaize has achieved significant milestones in digital transformation and customer engagement, solidifying its position as a frontrunner in the retail sector.
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Ahold Delhaize's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ahold Delhaize reported total carbon emissions of approximately 66,140,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 7,375,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 3,504,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reached about 130,223,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 64,010,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions alone accounting for about 61,360,000,000 kg CO2e. Ahold Delhaize has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero carbon emissions across its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2040, which corresponds to a 90% reduction from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions by 90% by 2050, also from a 2020 baseline. Near-term targets include a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, and a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. The company has also established interim targets for food waste reduction, aiming for a 50% decrease by 2030 compared to a 2016 baseline. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring alignment with global climate goals to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. Overall, Ahold Delhaize's climate strategy reflects a comprehensive approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain, with a strong focus on both operational efficiency and sustainable sourcing practices.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,223,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,941,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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