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 from previous years shows a trend of significant emissions, with 6,568,979,000 kg CO2e in 2015, which included 2,505,002,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 4,063,977,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, with a reported decrease in Scope 1 and 2 emissions over the years, particularly from 2015 to 2023. While Kroger has not committed to a net-zero target, they have established near-term climate commitments, although some of these commitments have been removed or expired. The company continues to engage in sustainability initiatives within the food and staples retailing sector, aiming to improve their overall environmental impact. Kroger's emissions intensity per square foot has shown a gradual decline, indicating progress in their operational efficiency. The company remains focused on addressing its carbon emissions and enhancing its sustainability practices in the competitive retail landscape.
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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.
