Axfood
Axfood AB, headquartered in Sweden, is a leading player in the Nordic grocery retail sector. Founded in 2000, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, primarily in Sweden. Axfood operates through well-known brands such as Willys and Hemköp, focusing on providing high-quality food products and services to consumers. Specialising in grocery retail, Axfood is committed to sustainability and innovation, offering a diverse range of products that cater to the evolving needs of its customers. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant growth in market share and a reputation for excellence in customer service. With a focus on competitive pricing and a unique shopping experience, Axfood continues to solidify its position as a trusted name in the industry.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Axfood's score of 34 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Axfood's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Axfood reported total carbon emissions of approximately 44,327,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 12,225,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion and fugitive emissions, and Scope 2 emissions of around 2,195,000 kg CO2e. Notably, their Scope 3 emissions were significant, amounting to approximately 2,705,502,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from purchased goods and services. Over the years, Axfood has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2021, their total emissions were about 39,754,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase in 2023. The company has not set a net-zero target and has had some near-term reduction targets removed or expired. However, they remain committed to ongoing sustainability efforts within the food and staples retailing sector. Axfood's emissions data reflects a comprehensive approach to tracking and managing their carbon impact, with disclosures across all three scopes of emissions. The company continues to engage in initiatives aimed at improving sustainability, although specific reduction targets are currently not in place.
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| 2009 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 26,593,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 61,647,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 770,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Axfood is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
