Kroger Sustainability Profile
The Kroger Co., commonly known as Kroger, is a leading American retail giant headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. Founded in 1883, Kroger has grown to become one of the largest supermarket chains in the United States, operating over 2,700 stores across various regions, including the Midwest, South, and West. Kroger primarily operates in the grocery industry, offering a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, meat, dairy, and bakery items, alongside pharmacy and fuel services. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Kroger has achieved significant milestones, such as the introduction of its private label brands and innovative technology in grocery shopping. As a pioneer in the industry, Kroger continues to adapt and thrive, making it a household name in American retail.
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Kroger's score of 41 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Kroger's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Kroger reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 110,249,834,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1, 2, and 3. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 2,240,536,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 2,709,318,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounted for the majority at around 110,249,834,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, using a 2018 baseline. Kroger's climate commitments include significant initiatives such as the adoption of renewable natural gas, which is expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 73% compared to previous diesel truck operations. The company aims to achieve a 40% reduction in electricity usage by 2020 from a 2000 baseline, focusing on Scope 2 emissions, which represent a substantial portion of its carbon footprint. Kroger's sustainability efforts are part of a broader commitment to environmental responsibility, although it has not yet committed to a net-zero target. The company continues to engage in various initiatives to enhance energy efficiency and reduce waste, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,505,002,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,063,977,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,350,902,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 |
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Kroger's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Kroger's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly 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 55% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Kroger'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.
Kroger 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.
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