Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao
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.
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Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 252,800,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 19,600,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 66,800,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, where the company aims for a 50% reduction by 2025, based on a 2015 baseline. Notably, in 2022, the company achieved a 41.3% reduction in these emissions, avoiding the release of over 212,000 tonnes CO2e compared to 2021. Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao has set ambitious targets, including a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 and a 38% reduction by 2030. The company has successfully surpassed its previous target of 38% by 2030, demonstrating its proactive approach to climate change. The Scope 3 emissions, which include significant contributions from upstream transportation and distribution, remain a focus area for future reductions. Overall, Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao's climate commitments and achievements underscore its dedication to contributing to a low-carbon economy and addressing climate change effectively.
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| 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 59,663,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 210,805,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 179,639,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Companhia Brasileira De Distribuicao 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.
