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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Industry Intensity
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
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, reported approximately 208.3 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for the year 2026. This total encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
In 2026, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 171.1 million kg CO2e, comprising mobile combustion and fugitive emissions. Scope 2 emissions for the same year stood at roughly 638.2 million kg CO2e, primarily from purchased electricity. Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, estimated at approximately 179 billion kg CO2e, with the use of sold products and purchased goods and services being the largest contributors.
For the preceding year, 2025, Alimentation Couche-Tard reported total emissions of approximately 207.6 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 175.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 675.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were roughly 175 billion kg CO2e.
The company's climate ambitions include investments in capital expenditures reaching $1.0 billion between 2020 and 2030, aimed at climate-related actions for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. While specific percentage reduction targets for these scopes are not detailed, these investments align with their long-term climate goals. The most recent sustainability reports are available for the 2026 reporting year.
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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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