Lidl Sustainability Profile
Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG, commonly known as Lidl, is a leading global discount supermarket chain headquartered in Germany. Established in 1930, Lidl has grown significantly, with a strong presence across Europe and the United States, operating over 11,000 stores in 32 countries. The company is renowned for its commitment to providing high-quality products at competitive prices, focusing on groceries, fresh produce, and household essentials. Lidl's unique approach includes a streamlined supply chain and a selection of exclusive private-label brands, which contribute to its market position as a cost-effective retailer. With a reputation for innovation and sustainability, Lidl has achieved notable milestones, including numerous awards for its product quality and customer service, solidifying its status as a trusted choice for budget-conscious shoppers.
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Lidl's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Lidl reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,068,833,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 99.5% of the total. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 15,539,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were around 94,100,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of Scope 3 emissions included substantial figures such as 703,839,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services and 75,196,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting. Lidl has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2030, based on a 1.5°C trajectory, with the baseline year being 2019. This target reflects Lidl's commitment to significant emissions reductions in the near term. The emissions data for Lidl is cascaded from its parent company, Lidl UK GmbH, and is part of a broader corporate family relationship with Schwarz Beteiligungs-GmbH. This cascading structure ensures that Lidl's climate performance is aligned with the sustainability goals of its parent organisation. Overall, Lidl's climate strategy is focused on substantial reductions in its operational emissions while addressing the larger impact of its supply chain through its Scope 3 emissions.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 32,763,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 115,796,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Lidl's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Lidl's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and increased by approximately 17% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 6% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Lidl's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Lidl has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
