Aldi
Aldi, officially known as Aldi Inc., is a leading discount supermarket chain headquartered in the United States, with a significant presence across the Midwest and East Coast. Founded in 1976, Aldi has established itself in the grocery retail industry by offering a unique shopping experience focused on high-quality products at unbeatable prices. The company is renowned for its core offerings, which include fresh produce, dairy, and a variety of private-label goods that often rival national brands in quality. Aldi's commitment to efficiency and cost-saving measures, such as a streamlined store layout and minimal staffing, allows it to pass savings directly to consumers. With over 2,000 stores nationwide, Aldi has positioned itself as a formidable player in the grocery market, consistently earning accolades for its value and customer satisfaction. Its innovative approach to retail continues to reshape the shopping landscape, making it a preferred choice for budget-conscious consumers.
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Aldi's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Aldi reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 103,564,000 kg CO2e in the UK and about 7,895,490 kg CO2e in Ireland. Aldi has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 26% by 2025, using 2016 as the baseline year. Furthermore, Aldi UK and Ireland are committed to achieving net zero for Scope 1 emissions by 2035. These initiatives reflect Aldi's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the retail sector.
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Aldi is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.
