Albertsons Companies
Albertsons Companies, a leading player in the retail trade services sector, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across the western and midwestern regions. Founded in 1939, the company has grown significantly, evolving from a single grocery store to a prominent supermarket chain known for its diverse offerings.
Specialising in grocery retail, Albertsons provides a wide range of products, including fresh produce, bakery items, and household goods. Its commitment to quality and customer service sets it apart in a competitive market. Notable achievements include its strategic acquisitions and a strong market presence, making it one of the largest food retailers in the country. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Albertsons Companies continues to adapt to changing consumer needs while maintaining its reputation for excellence.
+8 vs industry average
Albertsons Companies’s score of 43 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Albertsons Companies's reported carbon emissions
**Albertsons Companies: Carbon Emissions and Climate Commitments** Albertsons Companies, a prominent US-based retailer in the trade services industry, is committed to reducing its environmental impact. In 2024, the company reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 3.94 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 2.57 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1.37 billion kg CO2e (market-based). For 2023, total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 4.00 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 2.65 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 1.35 billion kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). In 2022, the company reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 3.90 billion kg CO2e, alongside Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products totalling approximately 9.70 billion kg CO2e. Albertsons Companies has set ambitious climate targets. A key commitment is to achieve Net Zero emissions in its own operations by 2040. Furthermore, the company aims to reduce emissions from its own operations by 47% by 2030, compared to a 2019 baseline of approximately 5.17 billion kg CO2e. As of 2023, Albertsons Companies is reported to be ahead of schedule on this operational emissions reduction target, having achieved approximately 47.94% of the planned reduction. The company's Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 47% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, Albertsons Companies has committed to a 27.5% reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products within the same timeframe. To further drive supply chain decarbonisation, the company aims for 63% of its suppliers, by emissions covering purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by 2026. These targets are consistent with keeping global warming to 1.5°C.
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Albertsons Companies’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2030
47% reduction in all scopes
Albertsons Companies's most ambitious operational target is to reduce these emissions by 47% by 2030, compared to a baseline of 5,169,134 Me…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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