Jeronimo Martins, officially known as Jeronimo Martins SGPS, S.A., is a prominent player in the retail and distribution industry, headquartered in Portugal (PT). Founded in 1792, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in key operational regions, including Poland, Colombia, and Portugal. Specialising in food retail, Jeronimo Martins operates well-known supermarket chains such as Pingo Doce and Biedronka, offering a diverse range of products that prioritise quality and affordability. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a robust market position, Jeronimo Martins has achieved notable milestones, including consistent growth in sales and expansion into new territories, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the European retail sector.
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In 2024, Jeronimo Martins reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 32,763,786,000 kg CO2e globally. In Portugal, Scope 3 emissions reached about 6,279,674,000 kg CO2e, while in Poland, they were approximately 22,972,862,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed data for Scope 1 and 2 emissions for the same year. Jeronimo Martins has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Near-term targets include a 55% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2033 from a 2021 baseline, and a 33% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and use of sold products by the same year. Additionally, the company has committed to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. Notably, Jeronimo Martins exceeded its goal to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by at least 40% per 1,000 euros in sales by the end of 2023, achieving a 60% reduction compared to 2017 levels. The company also reported a 23.4% reduction in emissions from its dairy business, Terra Alegre, between 2022 and 2023. The emissions data and targets are cascaded from the parent company, Jerónimo Martins, SGPS, S.A., which is committed to aligning its strategies with the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) to ensure compliance with climate science.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,646,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 710,053,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 173,370,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Jeronimo Martins's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 5% last year and increased significantly since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 88% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Jeronimo Martins has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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