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Colruyt

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Colruyt'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.

49

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services 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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Colruyt's score of 49 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

97%

Colruyt's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Colruyt Group reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,257,371,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 81,336,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 28,930,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (location-based), and a significant 6,175,232,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which primarily arise from the use of sold products. Colruyt has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company plans to ensure that 77% of its suppliers, based on spend for purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2027. The same 42% reduction target applies to Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products. These targets align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Colruyt's commitment to sustainability and its role in mitigating climate change. The company's efforts are consistent with the goals necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C, demonstrating a proactive approach to environmental responsibility.

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202120222023
Scope 1
90,556,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
232,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 3
6,735,951,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Colruyt's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is low 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. Colruyt is headquartered in BE, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Colruyt is committed to some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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