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Circle K

Circle K, officially known as Circle K Stores, Inc., is a prominent player in the convenience store industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1951, the company has expanded its footprint across North America and Europe, operating thousands of locations that cater to the daily needs of consumers. Specialising in convenience retailing, Circle K offers a diverse range of products, including fuel, snacks, beverages, and fresh food items. Its commitment to quality and customer service sets it apart in a competitive market. Over the years, Circle K has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of various regional chains, solidifying its position as a leading convenience store brand. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Circle K continues to enhance its offerings, making it a go-to destination for convenience shoppers.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Circle K's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

13

Industry Benchmark

Circle K's score of 23 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Circle K's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Circle K Stores Inc.

In 2024, Circle K reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 173,458,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 674,834,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a staggering 152,705,786,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, which includes both the use of sold products and purchased goods and services. This data is cascaded from its parent company, Circle K Stores Inc., reflecting the broader environmental impact of its operations. Despite the extensive emissions reported, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined by Circle K. The absence of documented initiatives suggests that while the company acknowledges its carbon footprint, it has yet to commit to formal reduction strategies or science-based targets. As a current subsidiary of Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc., Circle K's emissions data is part of a larger corporate family context, which may influence its future climate commitments. The company operates within an industry that is increasingly scrutinised for its environmental impact, highlighting the need for robust climate action and transparency in emissions reporting.

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2024
Scope 1
173,458,000
Scope 2
674,834,000
Scope 3
305,411,572,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Circle K's primary industry is Sugar, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Circle K is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Circle K 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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