J Sainsbury
J Sainsbury plc, commonly known as Sainsbury's, is a leading British supermarket chain headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1869, Sainsbury's has grown to become one of the largest retailers in the UK, with a strong presence in grocery, clothing, and home goods. The company operates over 1,400 stores across the country, including supermarkets and convenience shops, catering to a diverse customer base. Sainsbury's is renowned for its commitment to quality, offering a wide range of products from fresh produce to premium own-brand items. The retailer has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of online shopping and a focus on sustainability initiatives. With a strong market position, Sainsbury's continues to innovate, making it a trusted choice for consumers seeking value and quality in their shopping experience.
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J Sainsbury's score of 57 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
J Sainsbury's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, J Sainsbury plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 399,009,450 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 399,009,450 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 221,101,170 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. For near-term targets, Sainsbury's has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 68% by FY2030 from a FY2018 base year. Additionally, it aims to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, and the use of sold products by 50.4% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include achieving a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2035 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2050. Sainsbury's also pledges to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by December 31, 2025, and has set specific targets for reducing Scope 3 emissions related to forestry, agriculture, and land use (FLAG) by 36.4% by FY2030 and 72% by FY2050. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to sustainable practices in the food and staples retailing sector.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 554,936,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 394,808,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 25,652,904,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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