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Americanas

Americanas S.A., commonly referred to as Americanas, is a prominent Brazilian retail company headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Founded in 1929, it has evolved into a leading player in the e-commerce and brick-and-mortar sectors, serving millions of customers across the country. The company operates primarily in the retail industry, offering a diverse range of products, including electronics, clothing, and household goods. Americanas is known for its unique blend of online and physical shopping experiences, making it a go-to destination for consumers seeking convenience and variety. With a strong market position, Americanas has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its online platform and a robust logistics network. Its commitment to customer satisfaction and innovative retail solutions continues to solidify its reputation as a key player in Brazil's competitive retail landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

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Industry Average

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Industry Benchmark

Americanas's score of 11 is lower than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Americanas's reported carbon emissions

In 2020, Americanas S.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 73,134,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 249,983 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 20,115,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. The majority of their emissions, about 52,773,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses all other indirect emissions that occur in the value chain. Americanas has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with a long-term target set to start in 2023. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) framework, indicating a structured approach to reducing their carbon footprint. The company is actively working towards these goals, reflecting a growing trend in the retail sector to address climate change and enhance sustainability practices.

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2020
Scope 1
249,983
Scope 2
20,115,000
Scope 3
52,773,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Americanas's primary industry is , which is very 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. Americanas is headquartered in BR, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Americanas 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.

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CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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