Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd., a subsidiary of the global retail giant Costco Wholesale Corporation, is headquartered in Canada and operates across major regions including British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario. Founded in 1983, Costco has established itself as a leader in the wholesale retail industry, offering a unique membership-based shopping experience that combines bulk purchasing with competitive pricing. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products, including groceries, electronics, and household goods, all available under one roof. Costco's commitment to quality and value sets it apart from competitors, making it a preferred choice for Canadian consumers. With a strong market position, Costco continues to achieve notable milestones, including a growing membership base and an expanding network of warehouses, solidifying its reputation as a trusted retailer in Canada.
How does Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd.'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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Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd.'s score of 37 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Costco Wholesale Corporation, which may influence its climate commitments and performance metrics. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd., it is important to note that emissions data and climate initiatives may be inherited from its parent company, Costco Wholesale Corporation. This relationship suggests that any climate commitments or performance metrics may align with those of the parent organisation. Costco Wholesale Corporation has been active in addressing climate change, and its initiatives may include broader corporate sustainability goals. However, without specific data or targets from Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd., it is challenging to provide a detailed overview of its carbon emissions and climate commitments. In summary, Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. does not currently report specific emissions data or reduction targets, and its climate initiatives may be influenced by the broader strategies of its parent company, Costco Wholesale Corporation.
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| 2007 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 214,188,000 | - | - | - | - | 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 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 100% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Waste Generated in Operations" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. 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.