Costco Wholesale Corporation, commonly known as Costco, is a leading membership-only warehouse club headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1983, Costco has established a significant presence across North America, Europe, and Asia, offering a diverse range of products and services. The company operates in the retail industry, primarily focusing on bulk merchandise, groceries, electronics, and household goods. What sets Costco apart is its commitment to providing high-quality products at competitive prices, often through exclusive private-label brands like Kirkland Signature. With over 800 locations worldwide, Costco has garnered a loyal customer base, making it one of the largest retailers globally. Notable achievements include consistently ranking among the top retailers in the Fortune 500, reflecting its strong market position and dedication to customer satisfaction.
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In 2022, Costco Wholesale reported total carbon emissions of approximately 174,055,286,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,405,640,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,418,244,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 171,274,463,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which primarily stem from fuel and energy-related activities. Costco has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint over the years. For instance, in 2015, the company reported total emissions of about 1,161,990,000 kg CO2e, which included 314,199,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,236,737,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This indicates a notable increase in emissions by 2022, particularly in Scope 3, which reflects the complexities of managing emissions across the supply chain. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Costco's ongoing efforts to address climate change are evident in its comprehensive emissions reporting across all three scopes. The company continues to engage in sustainability practices, although detailed reduction strategies have not been specified. As a major player in the retail sector, Costco's climate commitments are crucial in the broader context of corporate responsibility and environmental stewardship.
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2007 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 214,188,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
Scope 2 | 1,125,863,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Costco Wholesale 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.