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Elkjøp

Elkjøp, officially known as Elkjøp Nordic AS, is a leading electronics retailer headquartered in Norway. Established in 1960, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the Nordic region, with a strong presence in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland. Specialising in consumer electronics, Elkjøp offers a diverse range of products, including home appliances, computers, and mobile devices, distinguished by their commitment to quality and customer service. With a focus on innovation, Elkjøp has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its online presence and enhancing customer experience through technology. The company is recognised for its competitive pricing and extensive product selection, solidifying its position as a market leader in the electronics industry. Elkjøp continues to set benchmarks in retail excellence, making it a trusted choice for consumers across the Nordic countries.

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85

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

27

Industry Benchmark

Elkjøp's score of 85 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Elkjøp's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Elkjøp reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,782,761,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 352,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,169,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 contribution of about 1,782,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by the use of sold products, which accounted for about 1,027,193,000 kg CO2e, alongside substantial contributions from employee commuting and upstream transportation. In 2023, Elkjøp's total emissions were approximately 1,926,009,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 487,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 5,547,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The Scope 3 emissions for that year were around 1,923,596,000 kg CO2e, again highlighting the significant impact of product use and employee commuting. Despite the detailed emissions reporting, Elkjøp has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a potential area for future focus in their sustainability strategy. The company operates within a competitive retail environment, where climate commitments are increasingly important for consumer trust and regulatory compliance.

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20232024
Scope 1
487,000
000,000
Scope 2
1,926,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
1,923,596,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Elkjøp's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Elkjøp is in NO, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Elkjøp 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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