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Food Product Manufacturing
US
updated 11 days ago

K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc., commonly known as Food City, is a prominent player in the grocery retail industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1955, the company has grown significantly, primarily serving regions in Kentucky, Virginia, and Tennessee. K-VA-T Food Stores operates a chain of supermarkets that offer a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, meats, and bakery items, all tailored to meet the needs of local communities. Renowned for its commitment to quality and customer service, K-VA-T Food Stores has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its store footprint and the introduction of innovative shopping experiences. With a strong market position, the company continues to be a trusted choice for consumers seeking value and variety in their grocery shopping.

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How does K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc.'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.

16

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc.'s score of 16 is lower than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data. However, the company is actively engaged in climate commitments aimed at reducing its environmental impact. K-VA-T Food Stores has set ambitious targets to achieve a 65% intensity reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, which translates to a 42% absolute reduction. These targets align with the 1.5°C pathway outlined in the Paris Agreement, demonstrating the company's commitment to sustainability and climate action. The reduction initiatives are part of a broader strategy to enhance environmental performance and contribute positively to climate change mitigation efforts.

How Carbon Intensive is K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc.'s primary industry is Food Product Manufacturing, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc.'s Location?

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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. This request for K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc.'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.

K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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