ALDI SÜD
ALDI SÜD, a prominent player in the discount retail sector, is headquartered in Germany and operates extensively across several European countries, including Austria, Switzerland, and the Netherlands. Founded in 1961, ALDI SÜD has established itself as a leader in the grocery industry, renowned for its commitment to quality and affordability. The company focuses on providing a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, dairy, and household essentials, all while maintaining competitive pricing. ALDI SÜD's unique business model emphasises efficiency and simplicity, allowing it to pass savings directly to consumers. With a strong market position, ALDI SÜD has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for customer satisfaction and sustainability initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a trusted retailer in the discount grocery market.
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ALDI SÜD's score of 4 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
ALDI SÜD's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, ALDI SÜD reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,028,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 9,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, with no reported emissions from Scope 3. This marked a reduction from 2021, where emissions were about 6,478,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 262,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a notable decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 6,262,000 kg CO2e in 2020 to 6,028,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or climate pledges, ALDI SÜD's ongoing efforts to lower emissions reflect a proactive approach to climate responsibility. The company continues to focus on minimising its environmental impact through various initiatives, although detailed plans or targets have not been disclosed.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,262,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 158,000 | 000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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ALDI SÜD is not committed to any 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.
