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Aldi Einkauf Se And Co Ohg

Aldi Einkauf Se & Co. OHG, commonly known as Aldi, is a leading global discount supermarket chain headquartered in Germany. Founded in 1946, Aldi has established a strong presence across Europe, the United States, and Australia, revolutionising the grocery retail industry with its no-frills shopping experience. Specialising in a wide range of products, including fresh produce, dairy, and household essentials, Aldi is renowned for its commitment to quality at competitive prices. The company’s unique approach to private-label products allows it to offer exceptional value while maintaining high standards. With a market position as one of the largest grocery retailers, Aldi has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for sustainability and customer satisfaction. Its innovative business model continues to set it apart in the retail landscape, making Aldi a preferred choice for budget-conscious consumers.

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How does Aldi Einkauf Se And Co Ohg'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.

18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Wholesale Trade 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Aldi Einkauf Se And Co Ohg's score of 18 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Aldi Einkauf Se And Co Ohg's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Aldi Einkauf Se And Co Ohg reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 89,104,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 166,742,000 kg CO2e in Germany. The company's global emissions data for 2020 indicated a total of approximately 26,712,187,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at around 756,165,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 355,522,000 kg CO2e, and a substantial Scope 3 contribution of approximately 25,620,001,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Aldi has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company is part of an industry increasingly focused on sustainability, yet it currently lacks defined strategies to mitigate its carbon footprint. As the retail sector faces growing pressure to address climate change, Aldi's future commitments will be crucial in aligning with global sustainability goals.

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Scope 1
770,693,000
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Scope 2
297,137,000
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Aldi Einkauf Se And Co Ohg's primary industry is Wholesale trade and commission trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles (51), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Aldi Einkauf Se And Co Ohg is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Aldi Einkauf Se And Co Ohg 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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