Dollarama
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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Dollarama's reported carbon emissions
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 at approximately 1,132,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 26,629,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Dollarama has shown a trend of reducing its emissions, with 2021 emissions recorded at about 109,975,000 kg CO2e, and 2020 emissions 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 commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), Dollarama continues to monitor and report its emissions, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. The emissions data is sourced directly from Dollarama Inc. and reflects the company's ongoing efforts to manage its carbon footprint effectively.
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| 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
