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Auchan Holding, a prominent player in the retail trade services sector, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe and Asia. Founded in 1961, Auchan has established itself as a leader in hypermarkets and supermarkets, offering a diverse range of products that include groceries, clothing, and household goods.
The company is renowned for its commitment to quality and affordability, making it a preferred choice for consumers seeking value. Auchan's innovative approach to retail, including its focus on sustainability and customer experience, has solidified its market position. With a strong presence in various regions, Auchan continues to adapt to changing consumer needs while maintaining its reputation for excellence in service and product offerings.
+1 vs industry average
Auchan Holding’s score of 37 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Auchan Holding, a retail trade services company headquartered in France, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 57.39 billion kg CO2e for the year 2024. This total is comprised of approximately 479 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions and approximately 368 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based) emissions. The majority of its emissions, approximately 56.54 billion kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, with purchased goods and services accounting for the largest portion at about 45.13 billion kg CO2e, followed by the use of sold products at approximately 9.30 billion kg CO2e.
For the year 2021, Auchan Holding reported total emissions derived from its parent organization, ELO S.A. In that year, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 397 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were approximately 524 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, reaching approximately 35.54 billion kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services (around 27.63 billion kg CO2e) and use of sold products (around 12.78 billion kg CO2e) being the primary contributors.
Auchan Retail, a part of Auchan Holding, has set ambitious climate targets. Under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), Auchan Retail has committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 46.2% by 2030,
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2030
46.2% reduction in Scope 1
Auchan Retail commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Auchan Retail also commits to incr…
2030
46.2% reduction in Scope 2
Auchan Retail commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Auchan Retail also commits to incr…
2030
25% reduction in scope 3 total
Auchan Retail commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Auchan Retail also commits to incr…
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