Bgf Retail
Bgf Retail, officially known as BGF Retail Co., Ltd., is a prominent player in the South Korean retail industry, headquartered in Seoul, KR. Founded in 1990, the company has established itself as a leader in convenience store operations, primarily through its well-known CU brand, which has become synonymous with quality and accessibility across the nation. With a strong presence in urban and suburban areas, Bgf Retail focuses on providing a diverse range of products, including groceries, snacks, and everyday essentials, all tailored to meet the needs of modern consumers. The company's commitment to innovation and customer service has earned it a significant market position, making it one of the largest convenience store chains in South Korea. Bgf Retail continues to expand its footprint, adapting to changing consumer preferences while maintaining its reputation for excellence in the retail sector.
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Bgf Retail's score of 26 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bgf Retail's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Bgf Retail reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,785,571,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 2,118,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 5,945,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reached around 2,778,508,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions were significantly influenced by purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 2,270,431,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Bgf Retail has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2022, the company emitted approximately 546,659,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, while in 2021, this figure was around 485,419,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. Overall, Bgf Retail's emissions profile reflects the challenges faced by the retail sector in managing carbon footprints, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which often represent the largest share of total emissions for companies in this industry.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 31,509,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,367,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 486,624,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Bgf Retail is not committed to any 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.
