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Grocery Outlet Holding Corp.

Grocery Outlet Holding Corp., commonly known as Grocery Outlet, is a prominent discount grocery retailer headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1946, the company has established a significant presence across various regions, primarily in the western United States. Operating within the grocery industry, Grocery Outlet focuses on providing a unique shopping experience through its wide range of discounted products, including fresh produce, organic items, and everyday essentials. What sets Grocery Outlet apart is its commitment to offering high-quality products at unbeatable prices, often sourced from surplus inventory and closeouts. This innovative approach has positioned the company as a leader in the discount grocery sector, allowing it to achieve notable milestones, including rapid expansion and a loyal customer base. With a strong market presence, Grocery Outlet continues to redefine value in grocery shopping, making it a go-to destination for budget-conscious consumers.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Grocery Outlet Holding Corp.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

21

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Grocery Outlet Holding Corp.'s score of 21 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Grocery Outlet Holding Corp.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 251,322,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1, 2, and 3. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions amounted to about 5,257,000 kg CO2e, which includes mobile combustion (approximately 4,114,000 kg CO2e), fugitive emissions (about 689,000 kg CO2e), and stationary combustion (approximately 454,000 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions totalled around 1,642,000 kg CO2e, all from purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions stem from Scope 3, which accounted for approximately 251,322,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from upstream transportation and distribution (about 76,721,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 22,761,000 kg CO2e). In 2021, the company reported total emissions of about 209,361,000 kg CO2e, indicating an increase in emissions over the two-year period. Despite this rise, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Grocery Outlet, suggesting a need for enhanced climate commitments in line with industry standards. The company operates within the grocery sector, which is increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints.

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20212023
Scope 1
2,990,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
2,071,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
209,361,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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

Location emissions intensity

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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. Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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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