ALDI Nord
ALDI Nord, a prominent player in the discount retail sector, is headquartered in Essen, Germany. Founded in 1913, the company has established a strong presence across several European countries, including Belgium, the Netherlands, and France. Specialising in grocery retail, ALDI Nord is renowned for its commitment to providing high-quality products at competitive prices, focusing on private label offerings that ensure value without compromising quality. With a streamlined supply chain and efficient store formats, ALDI Nord has achieved significant market penetration, becoming a leader in the discount supermarket industry. The company is celebrated for its innovative approach to retail, including a no-frills shopping experience and a focus on sustainability. Notable milestones include the expansion of its product range and the introduction of eco-friendly initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking retailer.
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ALDI Nord's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, ALDI Nord reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 207,456,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 68,986,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). In Germany, emissions were approximately 78,924,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1) and 8,223,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 55% reduction in its greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030 compared to 2020 levels, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) 1.5-degree trajectory. Previously, ALDI Nord committed to a 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by the end of 2021 compared to 2015 levels for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment reflects the company's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability and reduce its carbon footprint. The emissions data for ALDI Nord is cascaded from its parent company, ALDI Einkauf SE & Co. oHG, ensuring a comprehensive approach to climate accountability across its operations.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 297,111,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 339,911,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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ALDI Nord is not participating in any 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.
