Colruyt Sustainability Profile
Colruyt Group, headquartered in Belgium, is a leading player in the retail and wholesale industry, primarily operating in the grocery sector. Founded in 1928, the company has established a strong presence across Belgium and France, with a focus on providing high-quality products at competitive prices. Colruyt is renowned for its unique business model, which emphasises cost efficiency and sustainability, allowing it to offer a diverse range of products, including fresh food, organic items, and household goods. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as the introduction of its eco-friendly initiatives and the expansion of its private label offerings. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and innovation, Colruyt Group continues to solidify its market position as a trusted retailer, recognised for its exceptional service and value.
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Colruyt's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Colruyt Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,015,153,200 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 84,335,800 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,085,300 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 5,928,732,100 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Colruyt aims to achieve net zero emissions within these scopes by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, which include indirect emissions from the use of sold products and purchased goods and services, Colruyt also targets a 42% reduction by 2030 from the same 2021 baseline. The company has pledged that 77% of its suppliers, by spend, will have science-based targets by 2027, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable practices across its supply chain. Colruyt's emissions data is sourced directly from Colruyt Group N.V., with no cascading from a parent organization. The company is actively working towards its climate commitments, aligning with industry standards and contributing to global efforts to mitigate climate change.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 90,556,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 232,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 6,735,951,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Colruyt's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Colruyt's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and decreased by approximately 12% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 73% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Colruyt's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Colruyt has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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