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K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc.

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.

13

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 13 is higher than 67% 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 or specific reduction targets. Without emissions figures, it is challenging to assess their carbon footprint or the scope of their emissions (Scope 1, 2, or 3). However, the company is likely aware of the growing importance of climate commitments within the retail sector. As the industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, K-VA-T Food Stores may be exploring initiatives to enhance their environmental performance and align with broader climate goals. Further information on their climate strategies or commitments would be necessary to provide a comprehensive overview.

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

Location emissions intensity

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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. K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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