Auchan Holding, a prominent player in the retail industry, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Founded in 1961, Auchan has evolved into a leading hypermarket chain, renowned for its diverse range of products and services, including groceries, clothing, and electronics. The company is distinguished by its commitment to quality and sustainability, offering unique private label products that cater to various consumer needs. Auchan's innovative approach to retail has solidified its market position, making it a trusted name among shoppers. With a focus on customer satisfaction and community engagement, Auchan continues to achieve notable milestones in the competitive retail landscape.
How does Auchan Holding's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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In 2022, Auchan Holding reported total carbon emissions of approximately 48,376,910 kg CO2e, comprising 15,907,240 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 48,376,910 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 19,038,930 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint significantly. The company has set ambitious targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aiming for a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Auchan plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 14.7% in 2019 to 100% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, which include emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation, and the end-of-life treatment of sold products, Auchan aims for a 25% reduction by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. These commitments position Auchan as a proactive player in the retail sector, addressing climate change through substantial emission reduction strategies and a transition to renewable energy sources.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 21,093,610 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 60,557,050 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 3,218,020 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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