GS Retail Sustainability Profile
GS Retail, officially known as GS Retail Co., Ltd., is a leading player in the South Korean retail industry, headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. Founded in 1990, the company has established itself as a prominent operator of convenience stores and supermarkets, primarily under the GS25 and GS Supermarket brands. With a focus on providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service, GS Retail has carved out a significant market position, boasting thousands of locations across South Korea. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to retail, including the integration of technology in shopping experiences and a diverse range of offerings, from fresh food to everyday essentials. GS Retail's commitment to sustainability and community engagement further enhances its reputation, making it a trusted name in the industry.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
GS Retail's score of 34 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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GS Retail's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, GS Retail reported total carbon emissions of approximately 53,455,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 19,600,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 76,500,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, amounting to a total of about 149,555,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, with disclosures across all three scopes. Comparatively, emissions for the previous years were as follows: in 2024, emissions were about 52,407,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 19,200,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 75,927,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3); in 2023, they were approximately 51,379,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 18,824,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 74,438,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). Notably, there has been a gradual increase in total emissions over these years, indicating a need for enhanced reduction strategies. GS Retail's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, GS Retail Co., Ltd., and is part of a broader corporate family relationship with GS Holdings Corp., which influences their sustainability initiatives. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges reported, suggesting that while emissions are tracked, formal commitments to reduction may be lacking. Overall, GS Retail's emissions profile highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and the potential for future climate commitments to align with industry standards for sustainability.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 49,384,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 15,483,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 64,867,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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GS Retail's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
GS Retail has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
