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.
+46 vs industry average
Axfood’s score of 81 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Axfood's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Axfood reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4.1 billion kg CO2e, comprising 4,488,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,024,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 4.1 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight increase from 2024, where total emissions were approximately 4.1 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 5,430,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,784,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 4.1 billion kg CO2e. Axfood has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions from its operations by 2030. Additionally, the company is targeting a 30% reduction in carbon emissions from its group-owned trucks by 2025, using 2020 as the baseline year. These targets are part of Axfood's broader strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce its environmental impact. The emissions data is cascaded from Axfood AB (publ), reflecting the company's commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate initiatives.
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Axfood’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2025
30% reduction in Scope 1
Dagab ska reducera koldioxidutsläppen för egenägda lastbilar med 30 procent fram till 2025 (basår 2020).
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
Inherited from Axel Johnson AB
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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