Public Profile

Kroger

Kroger Co., commonly referred to 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 and services, including fresh produce, meat, dairy, and pharmacy services. Kroger is renowned for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, 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 achievements in sustainability and community engagement, making it a trusted choice for millions of consumers 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.

18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services 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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Kroger's score of 18 is lower than 53% 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

Kroger, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it outline any formal reduction targets or initiatives. Without available figures, it is challenging to assess their current emissions profile or progress towards climate commitments. However, the company is expected to align with industry standards and best practices in addressing climate change, which typically includes setting science-based targets and engaging in sustainability initiatives. As the retail sector increasingly prioritises carbon reduction, Kroger's future commitments and actions will be crucial in contributing to broader climate goals.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kroger's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Kroger is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Kroger is not committed to any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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