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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In 2024, Ahold Delhaize reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,480,000 kg CO2e in the Netherlands, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions contributing about 30,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions accounting for approximately 9,290,000 kg CO2e. The global emissions for the same year were significantly higher, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,840,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 2,580,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 63,560,000,000 kg CO2e. Ahold Delhaize has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, they target a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, also from a 2020 baseline. Long-term goals include achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with interim targets of a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040. The company has also committed to reducing food waste by 50% by 2030 compared to a 2016 baseline and aims for a 30.3% reduction in forest, land, and agriculture (FLAG) emissions by 2030. 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 carbon emissions and enhancing sustainability across its operations and supply chain.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 219,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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