Dollarama Inc., a leading Canadian discount retailer, is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, and operates extensively across Canada. Founded in 1992, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the retail industry, specialising in a wide range of products, including household items, party supplies, and seasonal goods, all offered at affordable prices. With a commitment to providing value, Dollarama's unique business model allows customers to find quality products at fixed price points, primarily under $4. This approach has positioned the company as a go-to destination for budget-conscious shoppers. Over the years, Dollarama has achieved significant milestones, including rapid expansion and a robust market presence, making it one of Canada's most recognised retail brands.
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In 2023, Dollarama reported total carbon emissions of approximately 85,891,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 1,195,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions (mobile combustion) and about 26,467,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (purchased electricity). This represents a decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 95,188,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,132,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 26,629,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Dollarama has shown a trend of reducing its emissions, with total emissions in 2021 reaching about 109,975,000 kg CO2e and in 2020 at approximately 116,441,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus primarily on direct and indirect emissions from its operations. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or climate pledges, Dollarama's commitment to sustainability is evident in its ongoing efforts to monitor and report its emissions. The data is sourced directly from Dollarama Inc. and reflects the company's performance without any cascaded data from a parent organization. Overall, Dollarama's emissions data highlights its progress in managing carbon emissions, aligning with industry standards for transparency and accountability in climate commitments.
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2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,070,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 28,928,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Dollarama 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.