Atacadão S.A., a prominent player in the food products nec industry, is headquartered in Brazil and operates extensively across the nation. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a leading wholesale distributor, catering to a diverse range of customers, including retailers and food service businesses.
Specialising in a wide array of food products, Atacadão is known for its competitive pricing and extensive selection, which includes fresh produce, dairy, and packaged goods. The company’s commitment to quality and value has solidified its market position, making it a preferred choice for many in the Brazilian food supply chain. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, Atacadão continues to achieve significant milestones in the retail sector.
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Industry Intensity
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Atacadão S.A.'s reported carbon emissions
Atacadão S.A., headquartered in Brazil and operating in the Food products nec industry, has reported significant carbon emissions across its operations. For the year 2025, the company's total emissions, encompassing Scopes 1, 2, and 3, are approximately 42.9 billion kg CO2e.
Breaking this down by scope for 2025:
- Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2.65 billion kg CO2e. This includes fugitive emissions of about 5.15 million kg CO2e and stationary combustion emissions of approximately 144.6 million kg CO2e.
- Scope 2 emissions, based on the market-based approach, were approximately 7.52 million kg CO2e, while the location-based approach reported about 30.9 million kg CO2e.
- Scope 3 emissions were substantial, totalling approximately 40.2 billion kg CO2e. The largest contributors within Scope 3 were the use of sold products (about 32.4 billion kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 4.05 billion kg CO2e). Fuel and energy-related activities accounted for about 1.81 billion kg CO2e, and the processing of sold products contributed around 1.25 billion kg CO2e. Business travel made up a smaller portion, at approximately 3.65 million kg CO2e.
In the preceding year, 2024, Atacadão S.A.'s total emissions were approximately 46.3 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions for 2024 were about 3.13 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions around 24.4 million kg CO2e (location-based). Scope 3 emissions in 2024 were approximately 43.1 billion kg CO2e, with the use of sold products being the largest contributor (about 35.7 billion kg CO2e).
Atacadão S.A. has established climate reduction targets. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% by 2030 and by 55% by 2040, both relative to a 2019 baseline. These are absolute reduction targets for Scopes 1 and 2. For instance, a near-term target aims for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030. A long-term target seeks a 55% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040.
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Atacadão S.A.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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