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Auchan Retail International S.A.
Auchan Retail International S.A., commonly known as Auchan, is a prominent player in the global retail industry, headquartered in France. Founded in 1961, Auchan has expanded its operations across various regions, including Europe, Asia, and Africa, establishing a strong presence in hypermarkets and supermarkets. Specialising in food and non-food products, Auchan offers a diverse range of goods, from fresh produce to household items, distinguished by its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of innovative shopping experiences and a focus on local sourcing. With a robust market position, Auchan is recognised for its customer-centric approach and has garnered numerous accolades for its retail excellence. As a leader in the hypermarket sector, Auchan continues to adapt to evolving consumer needs while maintaining its core values of accessibility and affordability.
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Auchan Retail International S.A., headquartered in France, has set ambitious climate commitments to address its carbon emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established significant reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). By 2030, Auchan Retail aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by approximately 46.2% from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company is committed to increasing its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from about 14.7% in 2019 to 100% by 2030. In terms of Scope 3 emissions, Auchan Retail has set a target to reduce absolute GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 25% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Furthermore, it aims to achieve a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products within the same timeframe. These targets are part of Auchan Retail's broader strategy to align with climate science and contribute to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. The data and commitments are cascaded from its parent company, ELO S.A., reflecting a corporate family relationship that underscores the importance of sustainability across its operations.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 43,493,448,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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