Ica Gruppen, commonly referred to as Ica, is a prominent Swedish retail trade services company headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Established in 1969, the company has grown to become a leading player in the retail sector, specialising in grocery retail, pharmacy services, and home delivery solutions across Sweden and the Baltic region.
Operating within the retail trade services industry, Ica Gruppen focuses on providing high-quality food products, health and beauty items, and household goods through its extensive network of stores and digital platforms. Its unique approach combines a strong local presence with innovative retail concepts, enabling it to maintain a significant market position in Scandinavia. Recognised for its customer-centric approach and diverse product offerings, Ica Gruppen continues to be a key player in the evolving retail landscape.
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Industry Intensity
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Ica Gruppen's reported carbon emissions
ICA Gruppen, a retail trade services company headquartered in SE, has reported significant greenhouse gas emissions. In 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 12.2 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of approximately 8.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of roughly 8.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 12.2 billion kg CO2e. The majority of Scope 3 emissions stem from purchased goods and services (approximately 11.96 billion kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 85.2 million kg CO2e).
ICA Gruppen has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This long-term ambition aligns with the requirements to achieve the Paris Agreement's 1.5-degree Celsius goal. The company also has nearer-term targets, including achieving climate neutrality in its own operations by 2020 and a net-zero climate impact no later than 2030.
Furthermore, ICA Gruppen has committed to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) goals. This includes reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2022 base year, and a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions within the same timeframe. Long-term, they aim for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2050, with a corresponding 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions. The company also has a commitment regarding no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities, with a target date of December 2025.
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Ica Gruppen’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2050
90% reduction in Scope 2
ICA Gruppen commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2022 base year.
2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
ICA Gruppen commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2022 base year.
2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
ICA Gruppen commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2022 base year.
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Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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