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 Intensity
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Kroger's reported carbon emissions
As of 2024, Kroger's total carbon emissions amount to approximately 112,249,834,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3. Specifically, their emissions breakdown is as follows: Scope 1 emissions total approximately 2,240,536,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions are about 2,709,318,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reach approximately 110,249,834,000 kg CO2e. Kroger has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, using a 2018 baseline. Additionally, they have targeted a 73% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from their transportation operations by transitioning to renewable natural gas fuel by 2030. Previous initiatives included a goal to achieve a 40% reduction in electricity consumption by 2020 from a 2000 baseline. Kroger's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, and all figures are derived directly from their own reporting. The company is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability practices within the food and staples retailing sector in the United States.
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Kroger’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
30% reduction in Scope 2
Kroger’s current Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reduction Goal is to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from our operations by 30% by 2030 ag…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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