Kesko
Kesko Corporation, commonly referred to as Kesko, is a leading Finnish retail and wholesale company headquartered in Helsinki, Finland (FI). Founded in 1940, Kesko has established itself as a key player in the grocery, building and technical trade, and agricultural sectors, operating extensively across Finland and other Nordic countries. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products and services, including food retail, home improvement, and agricultural supplies, which are distinguished by their commitment to quality and sustainability. Kesko's innovative approach to retail, coupled with its strong market position, has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider in the industry. With a focus on customer satisfaction and environmental responsibility, Kesko continues to lead the way in the evolving retail landscape.
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Kesko's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Kesko Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,206,718,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 56,637,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 27,939,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 7,122,142,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for zero emissions in its own operations by 2030 and a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Additionally, Kesko targets a 17% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 2026. In 2023, Kesko's emissions were reported at approximately 11,553,600,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 47,385,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 30,562,000 kg CO2e. The company is committed to reducing its direct and indirect (Scope 1 and 2) emissions by 18% by 2025 from a 2015 baseline. Kesko's climate strategy includes a commitment that 67% of its suppliers, by spend covering purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2026. The company is actively working towards achieving carbon neutrality by 2025 and making its operations emission-free by the end of 2030. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Kesko's dedication to sustainable practices within the food and staples retailing sector.
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| 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 22,213,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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