Companhia Brasileira de Distribuição, commonly known as Grupo Pão de Açúcar (GPA), is a leading player in the Brazilian retail sector, headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. Founded in 1948, GPA has established itself as a prominent distributor, operating a diverse range of supermarkets, hypermarkets, and e-commerce platforms across major regions in Brazil. The company is renowned for its extensive portfolio of products, including groceries, household items, and electronics, with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction. GPA's unique approach to retail combines traditional shopping experiences with innovative online services, catering to the evolving needs of consumers. With a strong market position, GPA has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its private label offerings and a commitment to sustainability. As a key player in the industry, Companhia Brasileira de Distribuição continues to shape the future of retail in Brazil.
How does Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao'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.
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Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's score of 56 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao reported total carbon emissions of approximately 325,450,400 kg CO2e. This figure includes 238,935,330 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 29,774,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions amounted to about 56,740,930 kg CO2e, covering various indirect emissions, including business travel and waste generated in operations. The company has made significant strides in its climate commitments, achieving a 41.3% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2022 compared to a 2015 baseline, surpassing its initial target of 38% by 2030. This reduction equated to avoiding the release of over 212,000 tonnes CO2e into the atmosphere. Following this achievement, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao has revised its target to aim for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that it independently reports its carbon footprint and climate initiatives. Overall, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao demonstrates a strong commitment to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions and contributing to a low-carbon economy.
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| 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 59,663,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 210,805,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 179,639,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 15% last year and decreased by approximately 68% since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 17% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Waste Generated in Operations" being the largest emissions source at 64% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
