Edeka
Edeka, officially known as Edeka Zentrale AG & Co. KG, is a leading German supermarket chain headquartered in Hamburg, Germany. Founded in 1898, Edeka has grown to become one of the largest grocery retailers in the country, with a strong presence across various regions, including North Rhine-Westphalia and Bavaria. Operating primarily in the food retail industry, Edeka offers a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, dairy, and organic items, setting itself apart with a commitment to quality and local sourcing. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as the introduction of its own private label brands, which cater to a wide array of consumer preferences. With a robust market position, Edeka is recognised for its innovative approach to retail, including a focus on sustainability and customer experience, making it a preferred choice for millions of shoppers in Germany.
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Edeka's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, Edeka reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30,547,000 kg CO2e, comprising 17,368,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 13,179,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The breakdown of Scope 1 emissions includes about 2,958,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion, 1,166,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions, and 11,722,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. For Scope 2, the majority of emissions, approximately 12,054,000 kg CO2e, stemmed from purchased electricity. Comparatively, in 2017, Edeka's total emissions were about 35,926,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 19,571,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 16,355,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions of approximately 5,000,000 kg CO2e over the two years. Edeka has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or commitments through initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of Scope 3 emissions data suggests a potential area for future reporting and improvement. Overall, Edeka's emissions data reflects a significant commitment to monitoring and potentially reducing its carbon footprint in the retail sector.
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| 2017 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 19,571,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 16,355,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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Edeka 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.
