Dollar General Sustainability Profile
Dollar General Corporation, commonly referred to as Dollar General, is a leading discount retailer headquartered in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, USA. Founded in 1939, the company has grown significantly, operating over 18,000 stores across 47 states, primarily in the southern, southwestern, and midwestern regions of the United States. Specialising in a wide range of products, Dollar General offers groceries, household items, health and beauty products, and seasonal merchandise, all at affordable prices. Its unique business model focuses on convenience and value, making essential goods accessible to a diverse customer base. With a strong market position, Dollar General has consistently achieved notable milestones, including being listed on the Fortune 500. The company’s commitment to providing quality products at low prices has solidified its reputation as a go-to destination for budget-conscious shoppers.
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Dollar General's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Dollar General reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,737,429,000 kg CO2e, comprising 692,872,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,044,557,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight decrease from 2023, where emissions totalled about 1,987,998,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 712,806,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 1,275,193,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company recorded emissions of approximately 1,916,849,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 658,617,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 1,258,232,000 kg CO2e. Dollar General has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from its operations and energy use. The company has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, reflecting a potential area for future commitment. Overall, Dollar General's emissions data illustrates a commitment to monitoring and reporting its carbon footprint, although further initiatives and targets could enhance its climate strategy.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 565,598,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,052,622,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Dollar General's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Dollar General 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.
