Co Operative
The Co-operative Group, commonly known as Co-op, is a prominent British consumer co-operative headquartered in Manchester, GB. Founded in 1844, it has evolved into a leading player in the retail and wholesale sectors, with significant operations across the UK. The Co-op operates in various industries, including food retail, insurance, and funeral services, offering a unique blend of products and services that prioritise ethical sourcing and community engagement. With a commitment to social responsibility, the Co-op distinguishes itself through its focus on fair trade and local sourcing, ensuring that customers receive high-quality goods while supporting local economies. Notable achievements include its status as one of the largest convenience retailers in the UK, reflecting its strong market position and dedication to customer satisfaction. The Co-op continues to innovate, maintaining its relevance in an ever-evolving marketplace.
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Co Operative's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, The Co-operative Group, headquartered in Great Britain, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5,568,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 86,000,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion, 49,000,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions, and 17,000,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Scope 2 emissions totalled around 100,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions reached approximately 5,365,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (4,120,000,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (568,000,000 kg CO2e). The Co-operative Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 66% by 2030 from a 2016 baseline. Additionally, they target a 58.8% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. The long-term goal is to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, with a further reduction target of 90% for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2040, also from a 2016 baseline. In 2021, the Co-operative Group successfully met its previous target of a 50% reduction in operational emissions (Scope 1 and 2) compared to 2016, achieving this three years ahead of schedule. The organization is committed to maintaining carbon neutrality across its operations and products, with specific initiatives to reduce plastic waste and food waste by 30% and 50%, respectively, by 2025 and 2030. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the Co-operative Group's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 987,605,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 934,104,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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