Kroger
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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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Kroger's score of 33 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kroger's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kroger reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,081,613,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,288,734,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,739,997,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,909,850,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. Kroger's emissions data shows a significant focus on reducing their carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, which combined totalled about 5,081,613,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The company has not set a net-zero target and has removed previous near-term reduction commitments, indicating a need for clearer long-term climate strategies. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets, Kroger continues to engage in sustainability initiatives within the food and staples retail sector. Their emissions intensity per square foot has shown a gradual decrease over the years, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Kroger's climate commitments are evolving, and while they have not yet established a net-zero goal, their emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and potential future commitments to enhance their sustainability profile.
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| 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,505,002,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,063,977,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,350,902,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Kroger is committed to some 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.
