Alimentation Couche Tard
Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc., commonly known as Couche-Tard, is a leading player in the retail trade services sector, specifically focusing on convenience store operations. Headquartered in Laval, Quebec, Canada, the company has established a significant presence across North America and Europe, operating thousands of stores under various banners, including Circle K. Founded in 1980, Couche-Tard has achieved remarkable growth through strategic acquisitions and innovative service offerings.
The company is renowned for its core products, which include a wide range of convenience items, fuel services, and fresh food options, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence, Couche-Tard has solidified its position as a market leader, consistently recognised for its efficiency and customer-centric approach.
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Alimentation Couche Tard’s score of 37 is higher than 54% 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 – 2029
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Alimentation Couche Tard's reported carbon emissions
Alimentation Couche-Tard, a retail trade services company headquartered in Canada, has reported its carbon emissions data for several years. In 2026, the company's total greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) were approximately 1.79 x 10^11 kg CO2e. This figure is largely driven by Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 1.79 x 10^11 kg CO2e, with the use of sold products accounting for about 1.35 x 10^11 kg CO2e and purchased goods and services contributing approximately 4.35 x 10^10 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions for 2026 were around 1.71 x 10^8 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 6.38 x 10^8 kg CO2e. Looking at previous years, total emissions in 2025 were approximately 1.75 x 10^11 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at around 1.75 x 10^11 kg CO2e, Scope 1 at approximately 1.75 x 10^8 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 at about 6.75 x 10^8 kg CO2e. In 2024, total emissions were approximately 1.53 x 10^11 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 3 emissions of about 1.53 x 10^11 kg CO2e, Scope 1 of approximately 1.73 x 10^8 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 of roughly 6.75 x 10^8 kg CO2e. Alimentation Couche-Tard has established climate ambitions for 2030, indicating actions and investments in capital expenditures reaching $1.0 billion between 2020 and 2030. These initiatives are focused on both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with the aim of driving long-term reduction targets.
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Alimentation Couche Tard’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
Our 2030 climate-related ambition is also two-sided with act…
Our 2030 climate-related ambition is also two-sided with actions leading to investments in capital expenditures reaching $1.0 billion, betwe…
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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Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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