Biedronka, officially known as Jerónimo Martins Polska S.A., is a leading discount supermarket chain headquartered in Poland. Established in 1995, Biedronka has rapidly expanded its footprint, operating over 3,000 stores across the country, primarily in urban and suburban areas. The company is a key player in the retail industry, focusing on grocery and household products, with a unique emphasis on offering high-quality items at competitive prices. Biedronka's core offerings include fresh produce, dairy, and a variety of private label products that distinguish it from competitors. The chain has achieved significant market position, consistently ranking as one of Poland's top retailers. Notable milestones include its commitment to sustainability and community engagement, further solidifying its reputation as a trusted brand among Polish consumers.
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In 2023, Biedronka reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,895,090 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 117,167,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, which encompasses direct emissions, and approximately 630,122,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, covering indirect emissions from energy consumption. The most significant contribution came from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 22,895,090,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services. Comparatively, in 2022, Biedronka's emissions were about 20,288,177,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 123,439,000 kg CO2e and 590,495,000 kg CO2e, respectively. This indicates a rise in emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which reflects the company's extensive supply chain impact. Biedronka has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, they have reported a reduction in emissions from transporting goods to stores, indicating ongoing efforts to improve their logistics and reduce their carbon footprint. Overall, Biedronka's emissions data highlights the significant challenges faced in reducing carbon emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which remains a critical area for improvement in their climate strategy.
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Add to project2019 | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 149,514,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 655,117,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 16,253,637,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Biedronka 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.