Kroger
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. The company 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. Kroger is renowned for its commitment to quality and customer service, with unique offerings such as its private label brands and innovative shopping solutions. With a strong market position, Kroger has consistently been recognised for its sustainability efforts and community engagement, making it a trusted choice for millions of shoppers nationwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Kroger's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Kroger's score of 13 is higher than 88% 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 2015, Kroger's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 6,568,979,000 kg CO2e, which includes 2,505,002,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 4,063,977,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 1,350,902,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data highlights the significant carbon footprint associated with their operations, particularly in Scope 2, which encompasses indirect emissions from purchased electricity. Kroger has made commitments to reduce its carbon emissions, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. As of June 2022, the company is classified as "Committed" to near-term targets but has not set a net-zero commitment. The absence of long-term targets indicates a need for further clarity on their future climate strategies. Kroger operates within the food and staples retailing sector in the United States, where the pressure to address climate change is increasingly prominent. The company’s efforts to manage and reduce its carbon emissions will be crucial in aligning with industry standards and responding to stakeholder expectations regarding sustainability.
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Add to project| 2015 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,505,002,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,063,977,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,350,902,000 |
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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.
