Cencosud
Cencosud S.A., one of Latin America's largest retail companies, is headquartered in Santiago, Chile. Founded in 1960, Cencosud has established a significant presence across several countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, and Peru. The company operates primarily in the retail sector, focusing on hypermarkets, supermarkets, department stores, and shopping centres. Cencosud is renowned for its diverse range of products and services, which include groceries, clothing, electronics, and home goods. Its unique approach to customer experience and innovation has positioned it as a leader in the industry. Notable achievements include its successful expansion into various markets and the development of a robust e-commerce platform, enhancing its competitive edge. With a commitment to sustainability and community engagement, Cencosud continues to shape the retail landscape in South America.
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Cencosud's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Cencosud reported total carbon emissions of approximately 823,002,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 559,947,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 167,717,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 95,338,000 kg CO2e. Cencosud has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease its Scope 1 emissions by 25% by 2025, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company plans to reduce its Scope 2 emissions by 9% by 2025, also from a 2021 baseline. Looking towards the long term, Cencosud is committed to achieving net zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 operations by 2050. Over the past few years, Cencosud has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with total emissions decreasing from approximately 1,174,025,000 kg CO2e in 2018 to the latest figure in 2023. This reflects a proactive approach to climate action within the retail sector, aligning with global sustainability goals.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 687,608,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 486,417,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,544,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Cencosud is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
