Coop Coop Sverige, commonly referred to as Coop, is a leading retail cooperative based in Sweden, with its headquarters located in Stockholm. Founded in 1899, Coop has established itself as a prominent player in the grocery and retail industry, operating numerous supermarkets and convenience stores across the country. The company focuses on providing high-quality food products, including organic and locally sourced items, which sets it apart in a competitive market. Coop is committed to sustainability and ethical sourcing, making it a preferred choice for environmentally conscious consumers. With a strong market position, Coop has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its store formats and the introduction of innovative shopping solutions. As a trusted brand, Coop continues to enhance the shopping experience for its customers while promoting community engagement and responsible consumption.
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Coop Coop Sverige's score of 40 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Coop Coop Sverige reported total carbon emissions of approximately 65,612,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 5,048,000 kg CO2e, primarily from fugitive emissions, and Scope 2 emissions of around 64,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, approximately 54,187,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes significant contributions from upstream transportation and distribution (about 54,187,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 769,000 kg CO2e). In comparison, their 2023 emissions were approximately 47,882,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 14,040,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 800,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 26,561,000 kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution and about 551,000 kg CO2e from business travel. The 2022 data showed total emissions of approximately 51,685,000 kg CO2e. Coop Sverige has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2026, using 2019 as a baseline. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions from upstream and downstream transportation and distribution, as well as waste generated in operations, by 25% over the same timeframe. They also aim to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 25% per kilogram of sold food products. Furthermore, Coop Sverige commits to ensuring that 67% of its suppliers, by spend, will have science-based targets by 2026 and to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 92.1% in 2019 to 100% by 2026. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Coop Sverige's commitment to sustainable practices within the food and staples retailing sector. The emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from the parent company, Coop Sverige AB.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,819,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 834,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 30,299,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Coop Coop Sverige's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 103% last year and increased by approximately 81% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 99% 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.
Coop Coop Sverige 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.
