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De Bijenkorf, a premier department store chain headquartered in the Netherlands, has been a cornerstone of retail since its founding in 1870. With a strong presence in major cities across the country, including Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and The Hague, it offers a diverse range of products that cater to discerning shoppers.
Specialising in luxury fashion, beauty, home goods, and lifestyle products, De Bijenkorf distinguishes itself through its commitment to quality and exceptional customer service. The store has achieved notable recognition in the retail industry, consistently ranking among the top department stores in the Netherlands. With a focus on both established and emerging brands, De Bijenkorf continues to set trends and elevate the shopping experience for its clientele.
46
DitchCarbon score
-2 vs industry average
De Bijenkorf’s score of 46 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Medium
Department Stores has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.197
20182025
The Department Stores industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
De Bijenkorf's reported carbon emissions
De Bijenkorf, a department store chain headquartered in the Netherlands, reported its latest carbon emissions data for 2024, disclosing approximately 336,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 mobile combustion and 431,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 stationary combustion. Scope 2 purchased electricity emissions for 2024 were about 1,587,000 kg CO2e.
In 2023, De Bijenkorf's Scope 1 mobile combustion emissions were approximately 323,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 1 stationary combustion emissions were about 388,000 kg CO2e. Scope 2 purchased electricity emissions for 2023 stood at roughly 2,265,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions for 2023, including approximately 200,053 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, 8,375 kg CO2e from end-of-life treatment of sold products, and 75,621 kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution.
For 2022, De Bijenkorf reported approximately 441,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 mobile combustion and 439,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 stationary combustion. Scope 2 purchased electricity emissions were around 2,149,000 kg CO2e.
De Bijenkorf is a signatory of the Climate Pledge, committing to net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. The company has also set targets to achieve net-zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2030, with key projects focusing on fleet electrification and transitioning to renewable energy sources. This target information is cascaded from its ultimate parent, Divisie Bijenkorf B.V., with a cascade level of 0.
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De Bijenkorf’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from Selfridges & Co. LimitedFY2030 targetSee details
Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
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Not active
The Climate Pledge
Signed 2021See details
Active
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Not active
RE 100
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Not active
Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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