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Asda Stores Ltd, commonly known as Asda, is a prominent player in the retail trade services sector, headquartered in Leeds, GB. Founded in 1949, Asda has grown to become one of the UK's leading supermarket chains, renowned for its commitment to providing quality products at competitive prices. The company operates extensively across the UK, offering a diverse range of groceries, clothing, and household goods.
Asda's unique selling proposition lies in its focus on value, with a strong emphasis on affordability and customer satisfaction. The retailer has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its own-brand products, which have garnered a loyal customer base. Asda's market position is further solidified by its innovative approach to retail, including online shopping and home delivery services, making it a key player in the evolving landscape of British retail.
38
DitchCarbon score
+2 vs industry average
Asda’s score of 38 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
Low
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.181
20182025
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Asda's reported carbon emissions
Asda, a UK-based retail trade services company, reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 533.6 million kg CO2e in 2024, with Scope 3 emissions at about 31.98 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, its Scope 1 and 2 emissions were around 493.0 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 25.64 billion kg CO2e. For 2022, Asda's total emissions were about 28.30 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for roughly 27.72 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back, in 2021, Asda's Scope 1 and 2 emissions were around 624.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 29.75 billion kg CO2e. In 2020, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were about 655.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were roughly 30.30 billion kg CO2e.
Further historical data reveals total emissions of approximately 701.9 million kg CO2e in 2019, including Scope 1 emissions of about 365.9 million kg CO2e (comprising mobile combustion at 150.5 million kg CO2e, fugitive emissions at 109.0 million kg CO2e, and stationary combustion at 106.3 million kg CO2e), Scope 2 emissions of around 298.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 37.4 million kg CO2e (including business travel at 4.7 million kg CO2e, waste generated in operations at 3.7 million kg CO2e, and fuel and energy related activities at 25.3 million kg CO2e). In 2018, total emissions were about 775.1 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 383.8 million kg CO2e (mobile combustion at 147.2 million kg CO2e, fugitive emissions at 123.1 million kg CO2e, and stationary combustion at 113.5 million kg CO2e), Scope 2 emissions at roughly 348.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 43.1 million kg CO2e (including business travel at 6.8 million kg CO2e, waste generated in operations at 6.7 million kg CO2e, and fuel and energy related activities at 29.6 million kg CO2e). In 2015, Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled approximately 957.9 million kg CO2e.
Asda has committed to a Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) net-zero target for all scopes by 2050, with a target year of 2022. However, it should be noted that its near-term target commitment status on SBTi was "Commitment removed" as of February 2022, and currently indicates an "Expired commitment." Asda is listed as a 'BA1.5 member' with SBTi, confirming its commitment to limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
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Asda’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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